To the Ends of the Earth by Harwood Jeremy

To the Ends of the Earth by Harwood Jeremy

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Focuses on 100 maps that changed human understanding of the world around us, changed the course of map-making, or directly influenced the path of history. This book reveals how different peoples have observed and represented their world through the ages, and how maps have been used for a variety of purposes.

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To the Ends of the Earth by Harwood Jeremy

This fascinating book focuses on 100 maps that changed human understanding of the world around us, changed the course of map-making, or directly influenced the path of history. It reveals how different peoples have observed and represented their world through the ages, and how maps have been used for a variety of purposes. A team of experts address the key questions of how, why, and crucially, if, these maps have changed the world. It is illustrated with 100 of the world's most beautiful maps.
Jeremy Harwood was previously the Head of History and General Reference Publishing for Reader's Digest as well as being the author of countless books. Dr Sarah Bendall is a Fellow of Emmanuel College, Cambridge.
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ISBN 13 9780715325391
ISBN 10 0715325396
Title To the Ends of the Earth
Author Harwood Jeremy
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher David & Charles
Year published 2006-10-28
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.