​Collecting Antique Maps - Maps and Map Makers by R V Tooley

Another book recommendation for the novice antique map collector. This edition of Maps and Map Makers includes many additions to the Bibliographies and Lists of Maps; a number of additional illustrations; and a completely fresh chapter on the Maps of the Scandinavian Countries. 

On its release it was said to be the most comprehensive book and the most attractive on maps ever written.....a magnificently illustrated study of map-making from the earliest times to the mid nineteenth century.

Above:  Maps and Map Makers by R.V. Tooley. Publisher: Bonanza Books, Crown Publishing by B.T. Batsford Ltd.

​Amateur collectors will find this book most useful; experts, librarians and booksellers will hardly be able to dispense with it as a reference book.  As mentioned before I recommend developing a reference library geared towards your specific subject of interest.  Books like this one are a great resource when it comes to understanding about maps and map makers. The benefits are many and the knowledge you gain will help you with the decision making process when it comes to future investments for your map collection.  

I have a copy of "Maps and Map Makers" available on this website HERE

Happy Reference Book Hunting!