A New Map of the BRITISH ISLES from the latest Authorities.

Clear and accurate map of the British Isles in the early nineteenth century, coloured by county. Inset map of the Shetland Islands at upper left. Three scales at lower left, title at top right. John Cary was considered 'the most representative, able and prolific of English cartographers'. Tooley says, 'As an engraver he was elegant and exact with fine clear lettering and great delicacy of touch'. When the Ordnance Survey began accurately mapping the UK, they used John Cary's style as the basis for their work.

Light offset of title oval. Very good condition.