A survey of the cities of London and Westminster and the Borough of Southwark written at first in the year 1698 (i.e. 1598)..Corrected, improved, and very much enlarged in the year 1720 by John Strype by John Stow

A survey of the cities of London and Westminster and the Borough of Southwark written at first in the year 1698 (i.e. 1598)..Corrected, improved, and very much enlarged in the year 1720 by John Strype 1754 - 1755

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"A Survey of the Cities of London and Westminster and the Borough of Southwark," is a detailed map of London created by John Stow in 1598 and later expanded by John Strype. This meticulously crafted map, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, provides an invaluable glimpse into the city's layout during the 18th century. The intricate details, including individual buildings and street names, offer a fascinating insight into the urban planning and social structure of the time. This map remains a significant historical document for scholars and enthusiasts of London's history.

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