Polynesia or Islands in Pacific Ocean, SDUK, 1844.

"Polynesia or Islands in the Pacific Ocean" engraved by J. & C. Walker, published by The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge (SDUK), 1845 (map dated 1840.) With interesting notes on each island group, including dates of 'discovery'. Steel engraved map with original hand colour. Slight age browning to edges, otherwise good condition. Size 39.5 x 32 cms plus margins. Ref E7193