Description: "This well-illustrated, full-color book served as a companion to an exhibition of historical maps that depicted a wide mixture of geographic settings, including the US. The exposition hosted maps, many one of a kind, from institutions and private collectors from around the globe. Held in Chicago, followed by Baltimore, the presentation is the first of its sort in more than 50 years. Divided into seven chapters that deal with a number of topics, which include visualizing nature and society, the mapping of the world, and mapping imaginary worlds, the rich content makes this volume appealing to a variety of map aficionados. Especially valuable is the inclusion of a large diversity of maps that will aid readers in increasing their knowledge of how space has been depicted over time. Not a history of cartography, this book introduces maps and their background, incorporating their characteristics and allowing for a greater understanding of these tools. The bibliography is a significant addition for further reading and exploration. Highly recommended ."

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