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The Map Book

Peter Barber

Discover the fascinating history and artistry of maps with this beautifully curated atlas, spanning four millennia of cartography from around the globe. From the earliest known map, the Bedolina incision in Italy, to modern digital renderings, experience the journeys of explorers as they searched for unknown lands while learning about cultural, mythological, and military significance of each map. Accompanied by mini essays from leading map historians, The Map Book is not just a visual masterpiece, but an immersive read that explores the unlimited extent of human imagination.
Publish Date
2006-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
2006-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2005
Goodreads Rating
4.08
ISBN
9780802714749
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