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    Category Maps;
    Author Thomson, J (Kirkwood Sculp.)
    Title Northern Hemisphere.
    Publishing Information Edinburgh: John Thomson, 1814
    Description 1st Edition: Large coloured map of the Northern Hemisphere. Size 50cm diameter. Impressive detailed map with geographic regions outlined in colour. The non-existent Mountains of Kong running west-east join The Mountains of the Moon and "Ice is supposed to extend from 83 degrees all round the pole". The Number 2 is shown on reverse otherwise the reverse is blank. John Thomson produced His New General Atlas between 1814 and 1821. Folded as issued. Beautiful font design title banner. John Thomson (1777 - 1837) was a Scottish bookseller and publisher active in the early 19th century, who was one of the leaders in Europe who favored detailed and accurate mapping over the decorative and elaborate cartouches that appeared in earlier maps. His most important work was "Thomson's New General Atlas" and his "Atlas of Scotland". Although he went into bankruptcy twice during his career, his maps are today highly desirable for their scale and detail.
    Price £200.00
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