John George Bartholomew - Discover the man and his maps

Discover NLS issue 12
‘The legacy of John George Bartholomew is still held in high regard in cartographic circles, with an enduring respect for the man that is forged from his many significant achievements.’

Issue 12 of 'Discover' the magazine of the National Library of Scotland (NLS) has an article on the private papers of Scottish cartographer John G Bartholomew. Written by Karla Baker, the Bartholomew Archive assistant at the NLS it portrays the man who presided over John Bartholomew & Son Ltd’s most productive period.

Research into the extensive collection of personal items and written accounts held by the NLS Bartholomew Archive reveal his unique and personal legacies, significant achievements, romantic temperament and creative flair.

See pages 18-21 of Discover NLS issue 12 (1.6 MB PDF, 27 pages)

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