40 Maps That Will Change How You See the World - Alastair Bonnett

40 Maps That Will Change How You See the World

(Autor)

Jennifer Barr (Herausgeber)

Buch | Hardcover
192 Seiten
2024
Ivy Press (Verlag)
978-0-7112-9353-3 (ISBN)
24,90 inkl. MwSt
40 Maps That Will Change How You See the World is a collection of historic and contemporary maps and the insights they reveal about geography, geopolitics, art, history, science and society.
Turn the pages of this thought-provoking book and discover maps that challenge conventional wisdom, confront social and political norms, and offer fresh perspectives on familiar landscapes.

This meticulously curated selection of 40 maps spans the ages, from ancient parchment scrolls to cutting-edge digital creations. Each map is a window into a different facet of our world, shedding light on the complex interplay of geography, geopolitics, art, history, science and society.

Maps have always held the power to transport us, not just from one place to another, but from one state of mind to another. Beyond their utilitarian function, maps have an extraordinary ability to tell stories, reveal truths, and inspire revolutions.

They are not mere drawings of geographic boundaries, but gateways to the collective wisdom of humanity. You'll encounter maps that dissect the intricate tapestry of human migration, maps that unveil the secrets of the cosmos, and maps that expose the stark realities of our changing climate. These maps are not just illustrations; they are provocations, invitations to rethink the world.

40 Maps That Will Change How You See the World is not just a book for geographers or history buffs; it is a profound exploration for anyone with a curious mind. Whether you're an armchair traveller, a seasoned explorer, a student of geopolitics, or an art aficionado, this book will challenge your preconceptions, spark lively discussions, and deepen your appreciation for the interconnectedness of our world.

ALASTAIR BONNETT is Professor of Social Geography at Newcastle University. Previous books include Off the Map, What is Geography? and How to Argue. He has also contributed to history and current affairs magazines on a wide variety of topics, such as world population and radical nostalgia. Alastair was editor of the avant-garde, psychogeographical, magazine Transgressions: A Journal of Urban Exploration between 1994-2000. Alastair lives in Newcastle.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 19.9.2024
Zusatzinfo 150
Sprache englisch
Maße 170 x 230 mm
Gewicht 750 g
Themenwelt Kunst / Musik / Theater Antiquitäten
Reisen Karten / Stadtpläne / Atlanten Welt / Arktis / Antarktis
Geisteswissenschaften Geschichte Hilfswissenschaften
Geisteswissenschaften Geschichte Teilgebiete der Geschichte
Naturwissenschaften Geowissenschaften Geografie / Kartografie
ISBN-10 0-7112-9353-8 / 0711293538
ISBN-13 978-0-7112-9353-3 / 9780711293533
Zustand Neuware
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