This chart of the river Shannon from its source to its mouth is most humbly dedicated to the noblemen and gentlemen, the proprietors, and land holders, contiguous to its banks / by their most obedient and most humble servt. John Cowan.
Engraved by: C. Henecy, Suffolk Street.; Map accompanied by pamphlet, Cowan, John. A description of the upper part of the river Shannon... Dublin. 1795. Filed in Mss Div Coote Papers 7/52.; Detailed map of the length of the Shannon identifying houses, towns, roads, and other features.; Numerous manuscript additions of topography, roads, and places, particularly along the upper reaches of the river, probably added about 1803-04.; Includes tables of distances and one with details of waterfalls.; Cartouche is a scene on the river Shannon emphasizing agriculture, fishing, and commerce.
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