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Stefoff, Rebecca

 
9780712306508: The British Library Companion to Maps and Mapmaking

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This guide to maps and map-making combines dictionary and encyclopaedia formats to provide a comprehensive, accessible reference to geography and mapping. Over 350 entries are arranged alphabetically for ease of use, and illustrations include maps from all periods, portraits, and drawings or diagrams illustrating technical topics. Biographical entries include colourful details and anecdotes as well as the important facts about each individual's contribution to cartography. Most entries include suggestions for further reading and are cross-referenced to other articles.

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This guide to maps and map-making combines dictionary and encyclopaedia formats to provide a comprehensive, accessible reference to geography and mapping. Over 350 entries are arranged alphabetically for ease of use, and illustrations include maps from all periods, portraits, and drawings or diagrams illustrating technical topics. Biographical entries include colourful details and anecdotes as well as the important facts about each individual's contribution to cartography. Most entries include suggestions for further reading and are cross-referenced to other articles.

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ISBN 10:  0712303936 ISBN 13:  9780712303934
Editorial: The British Library Publishing D..., 1995
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