Ranked #21 in Map, Ranked #74 in Atlas — see more rankings.
Maps help us understand the world. This book features the most original and sought-after map illustrators whose work is in line with the zeitgeist. Drawing a map means understanding our world a bit better. For centuries, we have used the tools of cartography to represent both our immediate surroundings and the world at large--and to convey them to others. On the one hand, maps are used to illustrate areal relationships, including distances, dimensions, and topographies. On the other, maps can also serve as projection screens for a variety of display formats, such as illustration, data... more
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A Map of the World According to Illustrators and Storytellers is ranked in the following categories:
- #94 in Illustration