Atlas Major

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"The greatest and finest atlas ever published." -Koeman I, Bl 56 The finest and most comprehensive baroque atlas was Joan Blaeu's exceptional Atlas Maior, completed in 1665. The original 11-volume Latin edition, containing 596 maps, put Blaeu ahead of his staunch competitor, mapmaker Johannes Janssonius, whose rivalry inspired Blaeu to produce a grandiose edition of the largest and most complete atlas to date. Covering Arctica, Europe, Africa, Asia, and America, Blaeu's Atlas Maior was a remarkable achievement and remains to this day one of history's finest examples of mapmaking. This reprint is made from the National Library of Vienna's complete, colored, gold-heightened copy, thus assuring the best possible detail and quality. The book's introduction, by the University of Utrecht's Peter van der Krogt, discusses the historical and cultural context and significance of the atlas; Krogt also provides detailed descriptions of the maps, allowing modern readers to fully appreciate Blaeu's masterwork.

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Object of attraction.......2007-05-15

This sits on my coffee table and is a great companion to watching any sort of historical documentary on TV etc. Also makes for good cocktail party reading/conversation.

I've seen an original copy of this in the NYPL and this printing is true to form, with insightful tidibits and good translations extras.

The Bleau Atlas Major is the most beatiful and prolific atlases ever made.

Indeed, the greatest atlas.......2007-05-12

Johan Blaauw's incredibly large atlas - a marvel of cartography -, in a glorious edition by Taschen. The combination of full page reprints and overviews with commentary makes for one of the most luscious books I ever saw. Mesmerizing!

A nice book.......2007-04-12

I bought the Barnes and Noble edition and save 80%. That being said the B&N version is smaller and harder to read. It is also 100 pages shorter, which is why I gave it only 4 stars. Nevertheless I found the book fascinating. But the maps were so interesting I felt a little cheated not getting the other 100 pages. I guess I'll go to this book store where they have a big one displayed compare it to mine. Also the full $100+ volume is so big the box it comes in has a handle to carry it!

Info about B&N edition.......2007-03-29

I echo previous reviewers in saying this is a great book.

For those wondering about a Barnes & Noble reprint of this atlas and its relationship to this edition:

(1) The B&N edition is reduced in size quite a bit (13.5 x 9 inches versus 18 x 12 inches) making the text of some maps much too small to read.
(2) The B&N edition is missing roughly 100 pages from the map section (about 25%). The layout for the remaining pages is pretty much identical to the original.
(3) The B&N edition only contains the introduction in English; the original, larger edition has a multilingual intro. The captions of the maps in both editions are multilingual.

That said, the B&N edition is roughly 1/5 of the price, so if you're not using this as a serious reference book, it's worthwhile considering the cheaper alternative. The B&N edition is still a great "coffee table book" (in fact, a more reasonable one given its smaller--though still quite massive--size and weight).

Fantastic Art Book!.......2007-03-15

The quality of the pics of this book is wonderful. Several images just need a frame to decorate your wall.
You will spend hours looking any detail of the book. It makes a wonderful gift or addition to a collection. Highly recommended.
This is wonderful a coffee Table book. Buy it now!

The Hazel-atlas Glass Identification And Value Guide (Hazel Atlas Glass Identification and Value Guide)

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Identification was excellent
Hazel-atlas Glass Identification book
great reference book
Hazel-Atlas Glass by Gene and Cathy Florence
Another Excellent Florence Glass Book

The Hazel-atlas Glass Identification And Value Guide (Hazel Atlas Glass Identification and Value Guide)
Florence Gene , Cathy Florence , and Gene Florence
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ASIN: 1574324209

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The Hazel-Atlas Company was established in Washington, Pennsylvania, in 1902 as a result of the merger of the Hazel Glass Company and the neighboring Atlas Glass and Metal Company. Though its corporate offices were located in Wheeling, West Virginia, Hazel-Atlas factories produced machine-made pressed glass throughout the U.S., including Oakland, California; Buffalo, New York; and Ada, Oklahoma. Gene and Cathy Florence, America's leading glassware authorities, have produced an all-new title dedicated to this popular glassware. Hazel-Atlas Glass shines in its presentation, with hundreds of detailed color photographs. The book is divided into categories including children's dishes, tumblers, food containers, patterns, mugs, bowls, plates, and more. Large group and individual shots showcase the glassware, and readers will find sizes, colors, and collector values for each piece shown. 2005 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt Pepper Shakers.

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Identification was excellent.......2007-03-09

There is so much glassware out there I need to identify and this book really helps - and not only on Hazel Atlas glassware

Hazel-atlas Glass Identification book.......2007-01-12

Excellent book - Perfect for the beginner or long-time collector. Great photos and each page is well explained.

great reference book.......2006-11-24

This is a fantastic reference book for anyone who is a fan of Hazel-Atlas glassware. The pictures are crisp and clear - the colors are vivid - and every page is full of photos. Not all of the Hazel-Atlas glassware is marked and this book is a valuable guide to authenticate those items, as well as being an interesting look into the many pieces of glassware that they produced. Very nice to have by the computer when you are surfing ebay.

Hazel-Atlas Glass by Gene and Cathy Florence.......2005-08-27

The identification and value guide are very easily read. The pictures are of great help in identifying the various styles of Hazel-Atlas glass. There is a brief history of the glass from 1885 until the factory was sold to the Continental Can Company in 1956. All in all, well worth the purchase.

Another Excellent Florence Glass Book.......2004-12-31

I was really impressed with this book. It filled in many of the little identification gaps that I had missing as a glass collector. There are so many items listed here that were not in his other books. It was enjoyable.......I read it in one day.......informative.....I was able to id many pieces.....and beautifully illustrated. I like the outline key too!

Where in the World Atlas for Stamp Collector

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Where in the World Atlas for Stamp Collector
Kenneth A. Wood
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Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior of 1665: Anglia, Scotia & Hibernia

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Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior of 1665: Anglia, Scotia & Hibernia
Joan Blaeu , and Peter Van Der Kroght
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ASIN: 3822851043

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Best for All Ages

State Quarters: Atlas & Album

Manufacturer: Klutz Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound

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ASIN: 157054607X

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A pull-out-all-the-stops state quarters book, with slots for 100 coins (50 states, two mint marks each). Also includes wildly creative maps of all 50 states, and the zaniest collection of state facts ever gathered in one place.

Customer Reviews:

Best for All Ages.......2002-01-15

Another excellent product by Klutz. Facts and items of interest on every page about every state. There are 100 slots that actually hold the quarters, a slot for both the Denver and Penn. mints, while most maps and books only hold 50. You can rid one of the pages if you are not interested in both mints and the book still looks finished and good. The construction is on the laminate pages, well designed and pleasing to the eye. Definately the best and most interesting when it comes to a coin collection book. So check your change for some fun.

Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior 1665 Germania, Austria Et Helvetia: Germanien, Austria & Helvetia (Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior 1665)

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Wonderful maps

Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior 1665 Germania, Austria Et Helvetia: Germanien, Austria & Helvetia (Joan Blaeu Atlas Maior 1665)
Joan Blaeu , and Peter Van Der Kroght
Manufacturer: Taschen
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