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Maps by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. London: SDUK, 1830-40. All ca. 12 x 15. Engravings. Original outline hand-coloring. Some minor chipping in some margins. Very good condition, except as noted.

Detailed and clearly drawn maps of major cities of the world by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge (SDUK). This wonderful English enterprise was devoted to the spreading of up-to-date information and the enhancing of geographical understanding. These precise views of 19th-century geography are splendid examples of the Society's work. Each city map shows the streets, topography and major buildings of the city depicted. Also included are either inset views of the city and its buildings or a series of sketches of the facades of major buildings. Decorative and informative.

British Isles

"Environs of London." $95
"Birmingham." $85
- "Birmingham." With chips and tears in margins. Some into neat line. $70
"Liverpool." $150
"Environs of Edinburgh." $85
"The Environs of Dublin." $85

Northern Europe

"Amsterdam." $135
"Antwerp." $95
"Brussels." $85
- "Brussels." Chips in margins. Just into neat line top left. $45
"Dresden." $85
- "Dresden." Chips in margins. Not affecting image. $75
"Frankfort." $125
"Hamburg." $125
"Munich." $125
"Copenhagen." $150