DK
Great City Maps
- ISBN 13:
- 9781465453587
- author:
- DK
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- DK Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 26.2 x 2.3 x 30.8 cm
- Genre:
- Travel & Holiday, Atlases & Maps, Special Interests, DK,Great City Maps,DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley),146545358X,Reference,Atlases,Cartography - History,Cities and towns - Maps - History,Pictorial maps - History,Historical Atlases,Atlases, Gazet
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Explore the evolution of city maps through time. Great City Maps presents over 70 beautifully illustrated historical maps and plans of cities around the world, showcasing how urban landscapes have been portrayed and shaped by cartographers and artists. From ancient civilizations to modern mega-cities, these maps reveal the politics, religion, and culture that have influenced the way cities are depicted. Visual tours highlight interesting features, such as the Old London Bridge in 1572 or the orchards of Brooklyn in 1767 New York. This book is a fascinating journey through the world's greatest cities, offering insights into their development over time. Perfect for history, geography, and cartography enthusiasts, Great City Maps provides a unique window into the past, revealing the stories behind the maps and the people who created them.
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