THE OARSMAN’S AND ANGLER’S MAP OF THE RIVER THAMES.

Ravenstein, E.G.

Published by James Reynolds and Sons N.d. c., 1861

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Seller: Francis Edwards ABA ILAB, Hay on Wye, United KingdomFrancis Edwards ABA ILAB

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1st Ed. Linen backed partially coloured map scrolling over wooden dec. roller, measuring 17cm (6.7 inches) x 257cm. (101 inches) With some creasing, sm. portion repaired, some surface loss particularly at the London approach, frayed to edges in part. 1’’ to a mile the river’s 164-mile course from its source to London Bridge.Extraordinarily interesting, with details of locks, fishes and fishing, places for good bathing, heights of bridges, scenery along the way, notable landmarks, tolls, the river is annotated with mile markers from London Bridge. Detailing for fishermen, the best fishing for pike, perch, trout, and others were to be found. There are also details of angling laws and a description of life on the river over a century ago when the Thames was the nation's favourite place for recreation and sport. Surely the map used by George, Harris, J. and Montmorency in Jerome K Jerome’s classic ‘Three Men in a Boat.’ US$520.

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Title
THE OARSMAN’S AND ANGLER’S MAP OF THE RIVER THAMES.
Author
Ravenstein, E.G.
Publisher
James Reynolds and Sons N.d. c.
Publication year
1861
Edition
1st Edition
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Francis Edwards ABA ILAB

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