Description

PUBLICATION DETAILS: Hampden-Sydney, Virginia: Hampden-Sydney College, 2008. Paper. 7”w x 8 ½”h. 64 pages. 41 antique maps illustrated in color and described. Introduction by Marianne McKee, retired map specialist at the Library of Virginia, Richmond. “A Guide to the Maps” by Sharon Goad, Librarian, Hampden-Sydney College.

COLLECTION FOCUS: “This fine collection of maps focuses on the Chesapeake Bay, the body of water that enabled the settlement and development of Virginia … (The maps) are of immense value in understanding the early history of this country.” (McKee)

CONDITION: Excellent.