Original antique map published in 1891 by Letts & Co, under the supervision of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. With original colour.
The Society of The Diffusion of Useful Knowledge was founded by Lord Brougham to further the education of the lower and middle classes.
The publication was not originally successful and was wound up in 1848. However the rights were acquired by a succession of publishers who modified the plates with later editions.
Cradock and Baldwin 1829 – 1832
Chapman and Hall 1844
C.Knight 1844 – 1852
G. Cox 1852 - 1853
Edward Stanford 1857 – 1874
Lord Brougham was an advocate of liberal policies and he fought hard for the abolition of the slave trade.
He established University College, London and also held the post of Lord High Chancellor (1830 -34)
He was instrumental in the passing of the reform act of 1832.
