A superbly illustrated guide to 64 maps from all around the world From examples of medieval Mappa Mundi and the first atlas to Google Earth and maps of the moon this captivating maps book is a musthave for all history and geography enthusiasts and explorers Embark on a visual tour of the worlds finest maps This fascinating world atlas book Analyses each map visually with the help of pullouts and graphic closeup details Traces the history of maps chronologically providing a fascinating overview of cartography through the ages Tells the story behind each map why it was created who it was for and how it was achieved Profiles key cartographers explorers and artists Draws together navigation propaganda power art and politics through the worlds greatest mapsMaps are much more than just geographical data. They are an accurate reflection of the culture and context of different time frames in history. This remarkable geography book puts cartography on the map It tells the stories behind great maps through stunning pullout details and reveals how they have helped people make sense of the world.