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"The Cartography of North America 1500-1800", Portinaro & Knirsch

This essential and nicely illustrated cartographic reference includes biographical sketches of major cartographers. It presents reproductions of authentic maps from the first three centuries of the mapping of North America reflecting "an unfolding story of daring exploration, tenacious settlement, and fierce colonial rivalry." 320 pages containing 180 extensively captioned maps, nearly all in full-color, and over 90 supplementary illustrations. Hardbound in blue cloth with an illustrated dust jacket. Published by Crescent Books.

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Condition: A

Contents and covers are near fine, with minor soiling and shelf wear on the dust jacket.