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Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of Wales, c. 1250 (1944)

Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of Wales, c. 1250 (1944)


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Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of Wales, c. 1250 (1944)

Many place-names are still recognisable today. The word Auster, written over the English Channel at the bottom, refers to wind bringing heavy cloud cover and fog. Map drawn by the historian Matthew Paris, a monk at St Albans Abbey. Cotton MS Claudius D.vi, f.12v, manuscript in the British Library, London. From " British Maps and Map-Makers", by Edward Lynam. [Collins, London, 1944]

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Britain In Pictures Channel Coastline Collins Cornwall Dorset East Anglia Edward Edward Lynam English Channel Lynam Matthew Rivers Social History Wales William Collins William Collins And Sons William Collins Sons Wind Windy Graphic Design Matthew Paris Thirteenth Century West Country


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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Maps

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Rivers

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > St Albans

> Europe > United Kingdom > Heritage Sites > Dorset and East Devon Coast

> Europe > United Kingdom > Wales > Maps


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This print showcases Matthew Paris' Map of Great Britain, offering a glimpse into the country's geography and history during the 13th century. Created around 1250, this medieval masterpiece reveals rivers, towns, and even weather patterns in the southern region of England and parts of Wales. The map's intricate design and vivid colors draw attention to its meticulous details. As we examine this historical artifact, it becomes apparent that many place-names depicted on the map are still recognizable today, demonstrating how some locations have retained their identity over centuries. Notably, the word "Auster" is inscribed over the English Channel at the bottom of the map, signifying wind patterns associated with heavy cloud cover and fog. Matthew Paris himself was a historian and monk at St Albans Abbey who dedicated his talents to cartography. This particular manuscript is preserved in London's British Library as Cotton MS Claudius D. vi. Its inclusion in Edward Lynam's book "British Maps and Map-Makers" further solidifies its significance within cartographic studies. The print allows us to appreciate both the artistic beauty of this medieval map as well as its valuable insights into Britain's social history. It serves as a reminder of our rich heritage while highlighting how geographical features have shaped our understanding of different regions throughout time.

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