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Historical Maps.Only two maps in this series, comprising Ancient Britain and Roman Britain.Produced in conjunction with the Royal Commissions on Historical Monuments for England, Scotland and Wales. ... Read more

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Maps for Family and Local History shows how three great land surveys can provide information on ancestral homes, as well as fascinating historical snapshots of specific areas. Covering 1836 to 1943, the Tithe, Valuation Office, and National Farm Surveys provide a wealth of information on rural and urban localities, on dwellings, settlements, and landscapes as well as the status of householders. The text gives the rationale behind the surveys and covers each in detail. Fully updated by map experts from The National Archives, this illustrated guide is the perfect companion to researching those maps.

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All eighty maps in this collection are completely new and original. They plot a huge diversity of subject matter, ranging from prehistoric times to the present day and each is accompanied by a text which places it in context and reveals a remarkable amount of new research. ... Read more

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From the exceptional town plans and maps contained within this unique volume emerges a social picture of Birmingham; a town quickly developing in size and population in the eighteenth century; along with the changes brought about by urbanisation. Land was bought up for development; hundreds of 'courts' were built to home the industrial workers pouring in from the many outlying villages. The many gardens, orchards and wide expanses of open space detailed on Wesley's 1731 plan of Birmingham were soon to be transformed into a sprawling mass of habitation. By 1765 Matthew Boulton, a leading entrepreneur and pioneer of the Industrial Revolution, had built his famous Soho Manufactory on Handsworth Heath. Shortly afterwards, the town plans of Birmingham in the first quarter of the 1800s chart the arrival of the railway; a plan from 1832 is the last glimpse of the city before the arrival of the Grand Junction Railway and other main line stations.Accompanied with informative text and pictures of the cityscape, the many detailed plans contained in this historic atlas of Birmingham are a gateway to its past, allowing the reader and researcher to visually observe the journey of this historic town to city status in 1887 and beyond. ... Read more

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Based on the latest U.S. Census and information from a variety of sources, this volume is an authoritative reference guide for use in schools and colleges, libraries, businesses and industries, planning agencies, and local and state governments. 205 illustrations. 622 maps. 171 charts, tables & graphs. ... Read more

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Atlas of Kentucky
This is a geo-political publication, NOT an atlas in the normal sense of the word.In fact, calling it an atlas without further clarification of its true nature is extremely misleading.

Superb example of what a state atlas should be like.
Chock full of information. Very colorful, lots of photos, maps, and graphs. This should be used as a standard for every state atlas. ... Read more

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The county has always been used as the basic Federal census unit. Genealogical research in the census, therefore, begins with identifying the correct county jurisdictions. This work shows all U.S. county boundaries from 1790 to 1920. On each of the nearly 400 maps the old county lines are superimposed over the modern ones to highlight the boundary changes at ten-year intervals. Also included are (1) a history of census growth; (2) the technical facts about each census; (3) a discussion of census accuracy; (4) an essay on available sources for each state's old county lines; and (5) a statement with each map indicating which county census lines exist and which are lost. Then there is an index listing all present-day counties, plus nearly all defunct counties or counties later re-named. With each map there is data on boundary changes, notes about the census, and locality finding keys. There also are inset maps that clarify territorial lines, a state-by-state bibliography of sources, and an appendix outlining pitfalls in mapping county boundaries. The detail in this work is exhaustive and of such impeccable standards that there is little wonder why this award-winning publication is the number one tool in U.S. census research. ... Read more

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Must have for serious genealogists
If you spend any time in the census records over several states, then this book is essential.I wish I had found it years ago.County boundaries changed many times, especially in the early census records and this book gives you current county boundaries with overlays for each census year showing the changes.Your ancestor may never have moved but lived in several different counties.Well worth the money if you do a lot of genealogy research.

Map Guide to US Census
Product was delivered in a timely manner and the whole transaction was as to be expected.The book was in great shape and the description by the seller was very accurate.

Very positive experience.

Map Guide to the U.S. Federal Censuses, 1790-1920, second printing, 1988, Authors William Thorndale & William Dollarhide
I am very pleased with this purchase.My book, which is in excellent shape, arrived sooner than I expected.The order was placed Oct. 1 and the book was received Oct. 5.I will order from 4-bookwurms again.

This book an absolute must for genealogists.
This book of Map Guide to the U.S. Federal Censuses 1790-1920 is absolutely essential when researching one's ancestors.It is possible to trace their migration across this land in the earlier years of settlement.In fact, because of the differing boundries of counties and State divisions, it is necessary to place the ancestor in the correct location in his/her day rather than as the current maps show it today.It is the difference sometimes of locating a correct ancestor by a certain name and confusing another person with the same name in a slightly different location who is not kin at all.I am 100% delighted with this book.

Susanna

Map Guide to the Federal Censuses 1790-1920
This book is a wonderful tool for genealogists to see the boundary changes for each county in each state for each Census year. It gives the dates when changes were made which helps in knowing where to look for vital records, land records, probate records etc. The book is very easy to read and understand. ... Read more

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Historical Maps.Only two maps in this series, comprising Ancient Britain and Roman Britain.Produced in conjunction with the Royal Commissions on Historical Monuments for England, Scotland and Wales. ... Read more

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This map shows the ancient territories of Scottish clans and families, usually about the time of King James VI, but taking the history of each district or family as a whole. It also shows the arms, the insignia of the clan chiefs and crests - with each chiefs motto or slogan. ... Read more

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Scottish Heritage on paper
This was given as a gift and for framing and hanging on a prominent wall.My sister-in-law is a hard to please and convince person but she really took to this map and the information it showed on where her family history comes from.It went over better than expected even if it was a previously loved map; hence the four stars. ... Read more