Printed Maps Of Tasmania 1642-1900
By R.V. Tooley
Published by Francis Edwards Ltd: London 1975
Limited Edition - 1 of 370 Copies
"Printed Maps of Tasmania 1642-1900 by R.V. Tooley is a finely produced limited edition study documenting over two and a half centuries of cartographic representation of Van Diemen's Land, later known as Tasmania. Published by Francis Edwards Ltd in London in 1975, this edition was limited to just 370 copies, making it both a scholarly reference and a collector's piece. Tooley, one of the world's foremost authorities on antique maps, traces the development of mapping from Abel Tasman's first recorded sighting in 1642 through to the detailed colonial surveys of the late 19th century. Each entry is meticulously described, detailing publication history, cartographers, engravers, and distinguishing features, accompanied by reproductions and bibliographic notes.
The book provides not only a visual and technical record of how Tasmania was charted but also a window into the evolution of European knowledge, exploration, and settlement of the island. Its precise scholarship and elegant presentation make it a cornerstone reference for collectors of antique maps and Australiana. This volume would appeal to cartography enthusiasts, Tasmanian historians, and collectors of rare topographical works documenting the mapping of Australia's southernmost colony."
Light wear to covers - no dustjacket. Book is clean with no inscriptions. An excellent copy of this limited edition book. Please study photos to further understand condition.
