Atlas of the Counties of England and Wales [MS maps]

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With Forty Two Manuscript Maps. Small octavo, manuscript title page and forty two county maps in light red, blue and yellow, town and place names written in an extremely neat hand, not dated but circa 1800, contemporary half calf over mottled boards, expertly rebacked to style, smooth spine ruled in gilt and with red morocco gilt morocco spine label. (134*102 mm). Although not much can be determined concerning RG Holden, we can state with assuredness that he was an excellent draftsman. The maps are well delineated and with precise lettering. With a gift inscription to fpd "Joanna Holden a gift from her affectionate son R. Holden."