SPEED AND KEERE, ENGLAND WALES SCOTLAND AND IRELAND DESCRIBED, 1666

England Wales Scotland and Ireland Described. [London], 1666, engraved title, 63 engraved maps by van den Keere after Speed (2 folding), engraved table, index at end, manuscript notes to A8, minor loss to lower corner of Z8,[bound with] A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World. London: Printed for Roger Rea, 1668, 20 full-page engraved maps by van den Keere after the maps in John Speed's Prospect,2 works in one volume, oblong 8vo (104 x 158mm.), contemporary panelled calf, scattered browning, slightly rubbed

ESTC R37583 and R32652

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

The uncommon Roger Rea edition of the "miniature Speed" atlas. It is the earliest detailed pocket atlas of France, a comprehensive topographical guide illustrating the country's regions, towns and architecture during the early seventeenth century. A few foreign cities are also included, notably Turin and Geneva. Several of the town views of France were copied from subjects in Braun and Hogenberg's Civitates orbis terrarium.