Maps and Mapping

by Science Service and Nelson Doubleday, Inc.

64 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1974

Reviews

[Leah Markum · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a general and brief introduction to maps and cartography. It quickly goes over the history of the skills you'd use if you were just starting to get into cartography. This book covers historical contributions from the likes of Ptolemy, Prince Henry the Navigator, and Mercator. Subjects cover the origin of meridians, geodesy, map scale, types of maps like topography and cadastral (local), how to use maps for civilian use, and how maps are created with modern technology.

Maps and Mapping managed to pack all the basics in such a small book, half of which is dedicated to photos and maps. The content is concise, hits all the most key points, and is together well.