A Bibliographical Account of the Principal Works Relating to English Topography, Vol. 2 of 3 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Foundational topography and antiquities of Middlesex, London, and surrounding areas This richly annotated collection gathers major works on Middlesex from the late 16th to the early 19th century, with maps, plans, church monuments, and historical sketches. It includes Norden’s Speculum Britanniae materials, Bowack’s Antiquities of Middlesex, and the 1775 Description of the County of Middlesex, all illustrated with plates and fold-out maps. The volume also surveys related London population studies and urban improvements that shaped the metropolis over centuries. A valuable reference for researchers, collectors, and map enthusiasts seeking a documentary portrait of Middlesex and its place in London’s history.

• Detailed descriptions, dedications, and typography notes that illuminate early topographical publishing


• Facsimiles and references to engraved maps, plans of London and Westminster, and county parishes


• Cross‑references to antiquities, monuments, and parish histories within Middlesex


• Historical context for major urban and architectural projects in London and its environs

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