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By Hessler John
John Hessler, 2015
This volume presents over 300 maps, spanning from the earliest forms of cartography to contemporary digital representations. Organized in complementary or contrasting pairs, the maps highlight the beauty, ingenuity, and innovation inherent in creating flat representations of the world. The selection showcases maps created for diverse purposes, including navigation, asserting ownership, recording human activity, and demonstrating political power.