Wholesale Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explained

Cartography geeks and lovers, this book explores some of the world’s most iconic worldviews — that is, maps. From early maps like Ptolemy’s first world map and the Mappa Mundi to Google Maps today, this book explores cartography through the ages. Featuring 55 historical maps, detailed, this book profiles the cartographers and teams that looks at how maps were commissioned, as well as their historical influences that had profound effects on navigation, propaganda, art, power and politics. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)