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OverviewAs explorers discovered new lands, the world's borders seemed to expand and people developed a new interest in maps. This book documents the development of cartography--or mapmaking--and examines some of the controversies related to the world of exploration and the mapping of newly discovered or conquered lands. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Tim CookePublisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing Dimensions: Width: 21.10cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 25.90cm Weight: 0.181kg ISBN: 9781433935138ISBN 10: 1433935139 Pages: 48 Publication Date: 16 January 2010 Recommended Age: From 11 to 13 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsSeries Review: Understanding Maps of Our World The authors' descriptions of cartographic challenges, old and new, result in a lot of valuable extras...The books' further-reading lists, which include print and Web materials, are particularly extensive. Wonderful resources. --School Library Journal Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |