Spectrum Family Atlas 1974 – Large Format World Atlas – Cold War Map Imagery – Het Spectrum Utrecht/Antwerp

An impressively large Spectrum Family Atlas from the early 1970s, published by Het Spectrum (Utrecht/Antwerp).

This atlas shows the world as it appeared during the Cold War. The Soviet Union still exists, many African borders have only just been formed, and Europe remains divided. This makes this book not only a geographical reference work, but also a historical document.

The maps are richly printed in color with clear relief shading. The atlas contains several fold-out plates and an extensive map index. With its generous 38 cm size, this is a true coffee table atlas—both decorative and substantively strong.

A beautiful vintage copy for enthusiasts of cartography, history, or interior styling with character.

Specifications

• Title: Spectrum Family Atlas

• Publisher: Het Spectrum (Utrecht / Antwerp)

• Dating: c. 1970–1975

• Size: 38 cm high

• Thickness: 3.5 cm

• Hardcover with linen spine

• 2 fold-out maps

• Language: Dutch

• Condition: good to very good (slight signs of wear on cover)