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Description

One of the earliest obtainable American Maps of the State of Massachusetts

Scarce map of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, published shortly after the conclusion of the American Revolution.

A detailed map Massachusetts, with Berkshire and Hampshire counties appearing in a large inset.

Includes towns, roads, islands, rivers and some topographical features.

Reference
Wheat & Brun: 218
Jedidiah Morse Biography

Jedidiah Morse (1761–1826) was a pioneering American geographer, often called the "father of American geography." A Congregational minister by profession, he is best known for his influential geographical publications, including Geography Made Easy (1784) and The American Universal Geography (1793), which were among the first comprehensive geographical works published in the United States. His books shaped early American understanding of geography and cartography, providing a crucial reference for educators and mapmakers. Morse's work laid the groundwork for geographic education in America, and his emphasis on detailed maps helped standardize cartographic practices during a formative period for the young nation.