This atlas was designed to illustrate the world described in Greek and Latin classics and the Old Testament. It contains a total of 33 single-page and 3 double-page maps of Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. The double-page maps include the ancient world, Canaan, and the Roman Empire. The atlas features nice single-page maps of Jerusalem, Greece and Sicily, an allegorical title page, and a double-page "Succession of Bishops with the Alterations of Dioceses at Different Times in England." Published at No. 58, Cornhill, London.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.WILK-3a.

Condition: B+

Condition code is for the maps, which are mostly very good to near fine with full contemporary color. There are 2" separations at the top and bottom of the double-page Canaan map and a long separation to the double-page Roman Empire map (B). The map of Greece has a few pencil marks and the title page has a couple of short edge tears at bottom. Rear cover is nearly detached and the front cover is starting. Boards are heavily worn and the spine is chipped at top and bottom.