Description
The Mapping of North America by Philip D. Burden is an indispensable reference work that catalogs printed maps of North America from 1511 to 1670. This volume contains over 400 entries, each providing bibliographic details, illustrations, and expert analysis of the maps' historical significance and cartographic importance.
The book is recognized for its detailed and scholarly approach, offering insights into the early development of North American cartography. It is richly illustrated with high-quality reproductions of maps, making it not only a reference tool but also a visually engaging resource.
Condition Description
Folio. 608 pages, 270 x 365 mm., bound in burgundy cloth with color dustjacket. With 410 map entries, 11 colour plates and 418 black and white photographs. ISBN 0 9527733 0 9.