Facinating 1716 Map of Scotland

**figheadair** · 21st April 13, 09:47 AM

Yesterday I did something very silly, or smart, depending on your view point

. I came across a copy of Homann's 1716 Map of Scotland form his Grosser Atlas ueber die ganze Welt. Not cheap by any stretch of the imagination but a sound investment and extremely beautiful.

What's fascinating is studying an area one knows and seeing (in the Highlands) how little there was of social/financial/military importance. Look for example at Lochaber - Jock you'll appreciate this I'm sure. Ft Wm is still Inner Lochy and in Ardgour: Ardtornish, Glensanda and Nagair castles are shown emphasising their and similar strongholds’ importance remained in early 18th century Highland landscape.

All in all a wonderful find that promises hours of historical research.

**Jock Scot** · 21st April 13, 10:36 AM

I know that map well Peter. I grew up with a copy on the wall just outside my bedroom, I think one of my cousins has it now. GRRRRRR

**cessna152towser** · 21st April 13, 10:43 AM

A very interesting find which should provide many hours of fascination.
Congratulations on your new acquisition.

**Lime** · 21st April 13, 01:37 PM

Well my vote is in the "very smart" camp having things of beauty and interest hanging around the place improve day to day life no end.

**ThistleDown** · 21st April 13, 06:31 PM

Congratulations, Peter, and wishes for many, many fine hours ahead.

**Downunder Kilt** · 21st April 13, 08:47 PM

What a very interesting Map you have acquired Peter, well done. From the small sample you provided it seems to be so much more detailed than
Roys Highland map 1747-52