Title:
The Times history of the world in maps : the rise and fall of empires, countries and cities.
Author:
Times Books (Firm), publisher.
Publication Information:
[London] : Times Books, [2014]
©2014.
Call Number:
G1030.T4 1ST ED. 2014
Abstract:
"From Babylonian tablets to Google Maps the world has rapidly evolved and cartography has kept pace with these changes. In this book, over 60 maps give a visual representation of the history of the world"--Inside front jacket.
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Edition:
First edition.
ISBN:
9780007588244
Physical Description:
256 pages : color maps ; 37 cm
General Note:
"An imprint of HarperCollins Publishers"--Added title page verso.
Includes index.
"Every map tells a story and this book tells the incredible history of our world through maps, and includes many famous examples of cartography, along with some that deserve to be better known. See countries and cities come and go, empires rise and fall, significant geographical discoveries, and key historical events unfold"--Book's website (http://www.timesatlas.com/index.html)
