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

People / Organizations

• John Green (Author)
• Ranew Robinson ("printed for")
• William Taylor ("printed for")

Imprint

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.

Publication year

1717

ESTC No.

T114291

Grub Street ID

166111

Description

[32],144,113-216p.,plates : maps ; 8°.

Note

Attributed to Bradock Mead, afterwards John Green

John Green was a pseudonym used by Bradock Mead. Cf. Tooley, R.V. Maps and map-makers

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

Signatures: a-b]8] B-Q]8] R]4.

Uncontrolled note

Signatures from RPJCB