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[Two letters from J. S. Bigg regarding the folded, uncorrected paper proof copies of 1970s to late 1980s era Pathfinder and Outdoor Leisure 1;25,000 scale map series acquired by David Archer], 1999-07-09 - 1999-07-14

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/3296/Maps/CCSA.DA_413/1_1

Scope and Contents

Letters concerning folded, uncorrected paper proofs. "Up until about 1990 printed paper 'proof' copies of Pathfinder & Outdoor Leisure maps (for both new and 'revised' editions) arose when the map components were nearing completion. These copies were taken off in very limited quantities, stamped as 'Proof' and distributed to relevant 'authorities' ... for comment" [Source: 9 July 1999 letter].

Dates

  • Creation: 1999-07-09 - 1999-07-14

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The Charles Close Society Archives is available for consultation by researchers in the Map Room at Cambridge University Library. Appointments for access should be made in advance by contacting the Head of the Map Department, Anne Taylor (maps@lib.cam.ac.uk). Further contact details and Map Room opening hours can be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/collections/departments/maps/map-department-contact-details. Anyone wishing to use the collection must first acquire a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket, see https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/using-library/your-library-membership Members of the Charles Close Society wishing to consult the Charles Close Society Archives will not be charged for a ticket on production of their current CCS membership card and providing that they have first contacted Anne Taylor who will support their application.

Extent

2 item(s) (2 letters) : Paper

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

David Archer, December 2011.

Finding aid date

2011-12-17 12:17:06+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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