Maps That Made History: The Influential, the Eccentric and the Sublime
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (612 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1903365643 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The emphasis is on the story behind the map: what it reveals about its creator and users, from the first explorers to the railway builders. Few people can resist the appeal of old maps and plans. This thought-provoking collection features maps that chart societies as well as land, sea, and skies; maps that have influenced and inspired; and perhaps most revealing of all, maps that misrepresent.. Here we explore 25 glorious examples. Even in these days of disposable mapping - from satellite navigation to customized road directions at the click of a mouse - the historical map continues to present a unique perspective on our changing world
Maps and history inextricably linked A lot of literature is available about maps but this book claims to be the first to explore the place of maps in history. The title is not entirely accurate, as not all the selected maps made history. Some of them certainly changed the course of events while others merely reflected events. As the author indicates, most maps have not survived through the centuries but the survivors provide a fascinating insight into the past.Perh. "A fascinating book." according to Joann Leonard. This is a 'coffee table' looking book that is filled with maps and many miscellaneous facts. It's beautiful and unfailingly interesting. If you like maps, history and geography, this is a winner.
The emphasis is on the story behind the map: what it reveals about its creator and users, from the first explorers to the railway builders. Each featured map has an explanation along with detailed blow-ups of the image." - History Magazine, September 2005"Each map in this book's generously illustrated, jewel-toned pages calls forth intriguing stories from the well-stocked mind of British educator Lez Smart." - The Globe and Mail, Saturday, August 6, 2005 . Even in these days of disposable mapping - from satellite navigation to customized road directions at the click of a mouse - the historical map continues to present a unique perspective on our changing wor
He lives with his family in South London.. Lez Smart is a lecturer in education at Goldsmiths College, University of London. His interests include history and information technology; he has published widely on these subjects as they relate to education. Maps have always been a passion, informing his professional an