Maps: Their History, Characteristics and Uses: A Hand-book for Teachers by Herbe

Description: Maps by Herbert George Fordham First published in in 1927, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. The text is illustrated with examples of several different types of maps, and discusses cartographical points such as panoramas, the way in which surfaces are expressed graphically, and the incorporation of art into older maps. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in in 1927 as the second edition of a 1921 original, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. The text is illustrated with examples of several different types of maps, and discusses cartographical points such as panoramas, the way in which surfaces are expressed graphically, and the incorporation of art into older maps. Fordham also advises teachers on how to incorporate maps and cartography into teaching. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in historical maps. Author Biography fm.author_biographical_note1 Table of Contents Part I: 1. Cartography: elementary ideas; 2. The technical basis; 3. The technical elements of a map; 4. Terminology; 5. Historical classification; 6. History of map production; 7. Special maps; 8. Art in cartography; 9. History of special maps and their classification; 10. Panoramas and their relation to maps; 11. The essential elements of maps; 12. Graphic expressions of surface; Part II: 13. Summary; Part III: 14. Teaching: practical suggestions; Appendix; Index. Promotional First published in in 1927, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. Promotional "Headline" First published in in 1927, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. Description for Bookstore First published in in 1927, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. The text is illustrated with examples of several different types of maps, and discusses cartographical points such as panoramas, the way in which surfaces are expressed graphically, and the incorporation of art into older maps. Description for Library First published in in 1927, this book provides an overview of the history and techniques of map production. The text is illustrated with examples of several different types of maps, and discusses cartographical points such as panoramas, the way in which surfaces are expressed graphically, and the incorporation of art into older maps. Details ISBN1107452783 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English Year 2014 ISBN-10 1107452783 ISBN-13 9781107452787 Format Paperback Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations black & white illustrations Pages 112 Short Title MAPS Media Book Subtitle Their History, Characteristics and Uses: A Hand-book for Teachers Publication Date 2014-07-24 Author Herbert George Fordham UK Release Date 2014-07-24 AU Release Date 2014-07-24 NZ Release Date 2014-07-24 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91401949;

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