1772 – Vaugondy Atlas with 17 Maps | Complete World Geography, Crozat

Collectors, of both maps and atlases, agree that Vaugondy maps are among the best and most accurate maps! This collection of 18th-century Vaugondy maps were included in this work to teach geography. In addition to maps, this work by Jesuit Abbe Francois includes essays and notes on government, customs, and longitudinal tables.

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Méthode abrégée et facile pour apprendre la géographie où l’on décrit la forme du gouvernement de chaque pays
• Author(s): Crozat [A. Le François]
• Illustrator(s): Vaugondy Family (Maps)
• Publisher: À Paris : Chez les libraires associés
• Edition: New edition, 1772
• Binding: Full leather
• Format: (16mo), single volume
• Size:  6.75 in x 4 in (17 cm x 10 cm)
• Collation: 515 p
• Illustrations: 17 engraved maps
• Contents Include:
  • Introductory essays on geography and political systems
  • Longitudinal and latitudinal reference tables
  • Maps by Vaugondy depicting European and global divisions

Condition:

Full leather binding in very good condition with tight hinges and secure boards. Leather remains smooth with only mild wear along joints and corners.

Why Collect This?

• Early French educational atlas featuring all 17 maps by Vaugondy
• Attractive contemporary binding in solid condition

Item Number: # 29707