World Maps
- Comprehensive Historical Perspective: traces the evolution of cartography from ancient times to the modern era
- Visually Stunning Collection: features beautifully illustrated maps that reveal how different cultures perceived the world
- Multidisciplinary Approach: explores religious, social, scientific, and economic influences on map making
- Insight into Human Perception: shows how maps reflect our understanding of geography, politics, and identity over time
- Perfect for Enthusiasts and Scholars: a must-have for history lovers, geography buffs, and collectors of rare maps
- Revealing Political and Cultural Impact: highlights the role of maps in exploration, trade, propaganda, and global power shifts
World Maps is a visually stunning exploration of how maps have shaped human understanding throughout history. From the earliest known maps to intricate medieval charts, scientific cartography, and 20th-century propaganda maps, this book reveals not only geographical knowledge but also the evolution of human perception.
By examining maps from religious, social, scientific, and economic perspectives, readers gain insight into how different cultures and eras have viewed and interpreted the world. More than just a collection of historical artifacts, World Maps tells the story of exploration, power, and knowledge—showcasing the ways maps have influenced politics, trade, and even identity.
Perfect for history lovers, geography enthusiasts, and collectors, this book offers a fascinating journey through time, illustrating how our understanding of the world has been shaped by the maps we create.
- Publisher
- White Star
- ISBN
- 9788854421547
- Publish date
- 1st Sep 2025
- Binding
- Hardback
- Territory
- World excluding USA & Canada; India non-exclusive; Italy non-exclusive
- Size
- 260 mm x 230 mm
- Pages
- 240 Pages
- Illustrations
- 240 color
Distributed by ACC Art Books
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