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The Map Book
360 pages, 2006
science & nature
1064 books
history
999 booksTrip over all the macrocosms in a chart, without the expenditure and fatigue of traveling, without suffering the nuisances of heat, cold, hunger, and thirst. -- Miguel de Cervantes, in Don QuixoteFrom the foremost of times, charts have fired our imaginations and helped us make sense of our world, from the global to the veritably original.
Head of Map Collections at the British Library, Peter Barber has then collected a major and lavish atlas, charting the progress of civilization as our knowledge of the world expanded. Simply organized as a progression through time, The Map Book collects some 175 charts that gauge four glories – from the celebrated neolithic Bedolina( Italy) gash in gemstone from around 1500B. C. to the most ultramodern, digitally enhanced picture.
Numerous of the maps are beautiful workshops of art in their own right. From Europe to the Americas, Africa to Asia, north to south, there are charts of abysses and mainlands charted by heroic comers sailing into the unknown, as accounts spread of new discoveries, shadowy mainlands begin to appear in the perimeters of the world, frequently labeled unknown lands.
In The Map Book, Peter Barber shows us how maps are not just tools for navigation, but also a reflection of the times they were created in. They tell us about the political, social, and cultural context of different eras. So, when you explore this book, you're not just looking at maps, you're taking a journey through history.
Barber makes it clear that maps are not just functional, they're also works of art. He showcases the beauty and creativity that goes into map-making, from the intricate details to the choice of colors. You'll find yourself appreciating maps in a whole new way after checking out this book.
The Map Book takes you on a journey through the evolution of map-making. From the earliest maps etched on stone to the digital maps we use today, you'll see how this craft has changed over the centuries. It's a fascinating look into the progress of technology and human understanding of the world.
He also delves into the power of maps. They have been used to claim territories, wage wars, and explore unknown lands. This book will make you realize that maps are not just pieces of paper, but powerful tools that have shaped our world.
Finally, The Map Book showcases the diversity of maps. From city maps to star charts, from political maps to fantasy maps, Barber shows us that there's a map for almost everything. You'll be amazed at the variety and creativity of maps out there.
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