The construction of maps and globes : In two parts. First, contains the various ways of projecting maps, exhibited in fifteen different Methods, with their Uses. Second, treats of making divers sorts of globes, both as to the Geometrical and Mechanical Work. Illustrated with eighteen copper plates. To which is added, an appendix, Wherein the present State of Geography is consider'd. Being a seasonable Enquiry into Maps, Books of Geography and Travel. Intermix'd with some necessary Cautions, Helps, and Directions for future Map-Makers, Geographers, and Travellers.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Green, John, -1757.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cartography--Early works to 1800.

Cartography.

Physical Description:

1 online resource ([32],144,113-216p.,plates ) maps ;

Other Title:

Construction of maps and globes

Place of Publication:

London : printed for T. Horne, J. Knapton, R. Knaplock, J. Wyat, T. Varnam and J. Osborn D. Midwinter, R. Robinson, W. Taylor, J. Bowyer H. Clements, W. Mears, R. Gosling, W. Innys, J. Browne and W. Churchill, 1717.

Notes:

Attributed to Bradock Mead, afterwards John Green.

Pp. 113-144 repeated in pagination but text and register are continuous.

Signatures: a-b⁸ B-Q⁸ R⁴.

Reproduction of original from British Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T114291.

OCLC:

642290787