Elly Dekker

Broad range of examples of vintage globes and planetaria are discussed and illustrated, including many British globes from 18th through 20th Centuries. Chapter on globe construction and conservation. Large book, well illustrated, in its own protective slipcase, as issued. Now an essential reference book, and nice for a gift.

The standard comprehensive guide to the history of globes from ancient times to the present, written by two noted Dutch scholars. Many useful color illustrations. In English.