Publisher's Synopsis
The Ordnance Survey of the Kingdom: Its Objects, Mode of Execution, History, and Present Condition is a book written by Henry Spencer Palmer in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Ordnance Survey, which is the national mapping agency of Great Britain. It explains the agency's objectives, how it operates, its history, and its current state. Palmer's book delves into the technical aspects of the Ordnance Survey, including its methods of measurement and the instruments used for surveying. He also discusses the challenges faced by the agency in carrying out its work, such as the difficulty of accurately mapping the country's varied terrain. The book also provides a historical perspective on the Ordnance Survey, tracing its origins back to the 18th century and detailing its evolution over time. Overall, The Ordnance Survey of the Kingdom is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mapping and surveying in Great Britain. It provides a detailed look at the inner workings of the Ordnance Survey and the challenges faced by the agency in its efforts to accurately map the country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
