"[Lot of 2] Atlas of Columbus and The Great Discoveries [together with] America Explored", Various

Atlas of Columbus and The Great Discoveries, by Kenneth Nebenzahl, illustrates a selection of the most significant materials of the period, beginning with the world as known to Europeans before Columbus's first voyage. Over 100 color illustrations depicting maps by Ptolemy, Pizzagano, Martellus, Waldseemuller, Mercator, Hondius and others. 168 pp., with index & bibliography. (11.3 x 14.8") Rand McNally, 1980. Hardbound in blue cloth with title in gilt and illustrated dust jacket.

America Explored, by Adrian Johnson, is a richly illustrated history of the discovery and exploration of North America from the voyages of the Vikings to the expeditions to the West. 254 pp. with more than 350 illustrations, both maps and engravings, several in color. (10.2 x 13.7") Viking Press, 1974. Hard bound in simulated brown leather with gilt title and spine, dust jacket.

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Condition: A+

First fine. Second with rubbing to dust jacket, else fine.