About the book
Great Maps takes a close look at the history of maps, from ancient maps such as medieval mappae mundi to Google Earth. Why do we put north at the top of maps? Which maps show us the way to Heaven, and which show the "land of no sunshine" or the land of "people with no bowels"? In Great Maps, author and historian Jerry Brotton tells the hidden story behind more than 60 of the most significant maps from around the world, picking out key features, stories, and techniques in rich visual detail to re...Show more
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ISBN
9781409345718
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Published year
2014
Language
Edition
1
Original title
Great Maps
Format
Hardcover
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