Robbins, Dean

The Shape of Things: How Mapmakers Picture Our World

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ISBN 13:
9780593479254
author:
Robbins, Dean
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
40
Dimensions:
26 x 28.8 x 1 centimetres (0.57
Genre:
Children's, History, Exploration & Discovery,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£15.96

Description

The Shape of Things: How Mapmakers Picture Our World Explore the history of cartography across cultures and discover how our understanding of the world has evolved over time. This book delves into the tools, methods, and techniques used by ancient mapmakers to depict their surroundings, and how these have shaped our modern approach to mapmaking. From the earliest attempts to chart the land they lived on, to the development of new technologies that enabled us to explore and survey new lands, this book takes you on a journey through the history of cartography. You'll learn about the spirit of exploration that has driven human civilization for thousands of years, and how it continues to shape our understanding of the world today. With 40 pages of engaging content, this hardcover book is an ideal introduction to the fascinating world of mapmaking and its place in our shared history.

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