The Mapmakers

Name: The Mapmakers
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780712668125
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By John Noble Wilford

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The Mapmakers by John Noble Wilford takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of mapmaking, exploring how maps have been crucial in exploring the world. The book delves into the technological advancements and the courageous adventures of those who dared to chart the unknown, shedding light on humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure.
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If you are fascinated by the history and evolution of mapmaking, this book provides a detailed exploration of cartography from its ancient origins to modern advancements. It blends the spirit of discovery with the intrigue of technological progression, making it perfect for anyone interested in how maps have influenced exploration and shaped our understanding of the world.

The Mapmakers

It traces the adventures, discoveries, and feats of technical ingenuity by which mapmakers, over the centuries, have succeeded in charting first the surface of the globe, then the earth's interior and the ocean floors, and finally the moon and the planets of our solar system.

'An engrossing chapter from the human experience.' Los Angeles Times

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An updated edition of the classic history of cartography, this work traces the adventures, discoveries and feats of technical ingenuity by which mapmakers, over the centuries, have succeeded in charting first the surface of the globe, then the earth's interior and the ocean floors, and finally the moon and the planets of our solar system.

This edition includes three new chapters, as well as many updates and amplifications, to reflect the great changes that have taken place in mapmaking in the past two decades.

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The Mapmakers by John Noble Wilford is praised for its engaging chronicle of the history and achievements of mapmakers, offering vivid adventures and insights across centuries. Reviews highlight Wilford's ability to make complex topics accessible, covering everything from historic discoveries to modern technology, and providing a brisk and intelligent narrative on the evolution of cartography.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780712668125

Publisher: Vintage

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pimlico

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 633g

Pages: 528

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About the Author

John Noble Wilford is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning science correspondent for the New York Times. He was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1998. He has worked for the Wall Street Journal, Time magazine, and, since 1965, the New York Times. He lives in Manhattan and Bellport, Long Island.