William Blackwood & Sons (fl. 1804-1898) Blackwood & Sons published out of Edinburgh and London throughout the 19th century - roughly from 1804 to 1898. The founder of the firm William Blackwood (1776 - 1834), was of humble origins, but his business acumen and dedication to the printing trade pushed his firm to prominence. He is most noted for his publishing of Blackwood's Scottish Magazine, one of the most important early magazines of 19th century England.Click here for a list of rare maps from William Blackwood & Sons. Rare maps by William Blackwood & Sons currently for sale. Rare maps by William Blackwood & Sons in the Geographicus Antique Map Archive.