The Atlas of Britain and Northern Ireland

Summary

This article reviews The Atlas of Britain and Northern Ireland, published by the Clarendon Press, Oxford, in 1963. The atlas comprises 200 pages of multi-colour maps, a 24-page gazetteer, and a transparent overlay, based primarily on a 1:2 million scale with supplementary 1:1 million regional maps, systematically presenting physiographic, agricultural, industrial, and demographic resources of Britain. The review praises its cartographic craftsmanship, design unity, and effective information synthesis, while noting shortcomings in symbol design, colour usage, and layout. The author regards the atlas as a landmark achievement in British scholarly cartography and suggests future editions in loose-leaf or concise formats to enhance accessibility for educational and planning purposes.