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"American Maps and Mapmakers - Commercial Cartography in the Nineteenth Century", Ristow, Walter W.
Subject: References, United States
Period: 1985 (published)
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Color: Black & White
Size:
10.3 x 8.8 inches
26.2 x 22.4 cm
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This is an essential reference book for enthusiasts of 19th century American cartography that uses 28 chapters and 212 illustrations to document the publishing history and obstacles encountered in mapping the fast-growing country. Dr. Ristow, former Chief of the Map Division of the Library of Congress, has condensed an enormous amount of personal knowledge and information to present to us a wide range of American maps appearing in the post-Revolutionary War era. 488 pages. Hardbound in brown cloth with title on spine an an illustrated dust jacket.
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Condition: A
Text has a hint of toning in the margins. Covers have minor shelf wear.
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