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Mapas (Maps, Annotated) - by  DK (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

Mapas (Maps, Annotated) - by DK (Hardcover)

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  • Un recorrido de màs de 3000 años de historia a travÃ(c)s de los mapas màs famosos e importantes del mundo.
  • About the Author: We believe in the power of discovery.
  • 480 Pages
  • Reference, Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps

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Un recorrido de màs de 3000 años de historia a travÃ(c)s de los mapas màs famosos e importantes del mundo.

Descifra los mapas medievales de Mappae Mundi, piÃ(c)rdete en los antiguos mapas estelares chinos, y maravÃ-llate con los intrincados estudios del fondo del ocÃ(c)ano y la superficie lunar con este libro de mapas.


¿QuÃ(c) hay en su interior?


  • Màs de 300 mapas con su contexto cultural e histÃ3rico.
  • Explicaciones fàciles de entender sobre las escalas, las brðjulas y los sÃ-mbolos metereolÃ3gicos para comprender el lenguaje de los mapas.
  • Toda la informaciÃ3n sobre las tÃ(c)cnicas cartogràficas, desde el grabado y la impresiÃ3n hasta diferentes proyecciones utilizadas a lo largo de la historia.

Lleno de informaciÃ3n e imàgenes, y organizado cronolÃ3gicamente, este libro de mapas es una increÃ-ble recopilaciÃ3n de mapas famosos de todo el mundo, acompañados de anotaciones y anàlisis detallados a travÃ(c)s de los descubriràs las fascinantes historias que esconden.


¡Descubre cÃ3mo los navegantes polinesios trazaban sus rutas con palos a travÃ(c)s del PacÃ-fico, quÃ(c) es una lÃ-nea de rhumb y dÃ3nde se decÃ-a antiguamente que acechaban los dragones!


El regalo perfecto para los amantes de la geologÃ-a y la historia.


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This glorious guided tour of cartographic history features more than 300 of the most famous and important maps of all time.


Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese star charts, decipher medieval Mappae Mundi, and marvel at intricate surveys of the ocean floor and the lunar surface. Discover how Polynesian navigators used sticks to chart their way across the Pacific, what a rhumb line is, and where dragons were once said to lurk.


Organized chronologically, the book includes:


  • The most celebrated examples of the last 3,000 years. It explains everything from scales and compasses to meteorological symbols
  • Techniques such as engraving, printing, and cartographic projection.
  • Entries that place maps in their wider cultural and historical context, providing a complete overview of the subject.

Combining reproductions with precise annotation, visual analysis, and pull-out details, Maps, Annotated brings an expertly curated selection of the worldâ (TM)s most celebrated maps right into your home, telling the fascinating stories behind each one.



About the Author



We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.

From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

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Dimensions (Overall): 11.1 Inches (H) x 9.4 Inches (W) x 1.5 Inches (D)
Weight: 5.05 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 480
Genre: Reference
Sub-Genre: Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Format: Hardcover
Author: DK
Language: Spanish
Street Date: May 26, 2026
TCIN: 1005815595
UPC: 9798217135424
Item Number (DPCI): 247-48-1826
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in cartography?

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  • A: Yes, it provides easy-to-understand explanations of scales, compasses, and meteorological symbols.

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Q: What techniques are discussed in the book?

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  • A: It covers techniques like engraving, printing, and various cartographic projections used throughout history.

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Q: What types of maps are included in the book?

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  • A: The book features over 300 maps, including ancient star charts and medieval Mappae Mundi.

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Q: What unique stories do the maps tell?

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  • A: The maps reveal fascinating tales, such as Polynesian navigation methods and mythical dragon locations.

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Q: What historical periods do the maps cover?

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  • A: The maps span over 3,000 years of history, showcasing significant moments and cultures.

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