Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Map" to "Mars" by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Map" to "Mars" Volume 17, Slice 6 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Map' to 'Mars'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This section of the encyclopaedia explores geographical information, cartography, and the advances in map-making techniques, encompassing a wide range of subjects from definitions and classifications of maps to the historical development of cartography across various cultures. The opening of this encyclopaedia begins with an introduction to the concept of maps, detailing their uses, classifications, and the evolution of techniques in map-making. It establishes the foundational terminology and historical context, illustrating the importance of maps for navigation, exploration, and understanding geographical distributions. By addressing the origins and classifications of different types of maps, the text aims to provide readers with an understanding of the functional and artistic aspects of cartography as it relates to human knowledge and exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AE: General Works: Encyclopedias |
| Subject | Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42638 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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