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Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Maps, charts & atlases
The new edition of the atlas (first published as The Atlas of Apartheid) presents a comprehensive introduction and detailed analysis of the spatial impact of apartheid in South Africa. It covers the period of the National Party Government of 1948 to 1994, and emphasizes the changes and the continuing legacy this presents to South Africans at the start of the 21st century. The Atlas makes the unique contribution of presenting the policy and its impact in visual, spatial forms by including over 70 maps, a highly appropriate method considering that apartheid was about the control of space and specific places.
Shows the solid geology. Details of overlying drift deposits may be
omitted or shown only in outline.
Solid geology map. Shows the main stratigraphic units in the region
and their principal rock types. The map covers an area of 1 deg
latitude by 2 deg longitude. Geological information is shown for
both onshore and offshore areas where relevant.
Globalization, climate change, and increased geopolitical
competition are having a profound impact on the Arctic, affecting
how we understand both sovereignty and security within the region.
In Breaking Through, a diverse group of emerging and established
scholars examine Arctic sovereignty and security, rarely examined
together, and present a theoretically robust study of Arctic
sovereignty and security in both historical and contemporary
contexts. Throughout the volume, readers will discover fresh
perspectives on under-studied dimensions of Arctic sovereignty,
including: environmental changes, foreign and security policies,
and how Indigenous peoples interact to produce different meanings
of sovereignty and security in the Arctic. Drawing on extensive
primary and secondary research, Breaking Through offers important
and timely conclusions for policymakers, advocates, scholars, and
students.
Shows the solid and drift geology together as the 'under-foot'
geology.
Shows the drift geology. Information on the solid geology may be
omitted or shown in abridged form.
Shows the drift geology. Information on the solid geology may be
omitted or shown in abridged form.
'Exquisitely written ... Be prepared to be swept away on an
incredible journey' Brad Thor, #1 bestselling author of Black Ice
'A story about magical maps that lead to your heart's desire [and]
the people who would do anything to find them ... A vastly rich
experience' Charles Soule, author of The Oracle Year * Some places
you won't find on any maps. Others, are only on maps . . . Nell
Young hasn't spoken to her father, the world-respected cartographer
Dr. Daniel Young, in years - but this morning he was found dead in
his office at the New York Public Library. When they last met, Dr
Young fired Nell after an argument over a seemingly worthless
mass-produced highway map. Now every copy of this map is being
found and destroyed . . . To find out why, Nell will embark on a
dangerous journey into the heart of a conspiracy beyond belief,
discovering her family's darkest secrets and the true power that
lies in maps . . . * 'A bedazzling metaphysical tale of lost and
found.' Booklist 'Deeply satisfying ... Brilliant.' Washington Post
'A shimmering delight, full of wonder, danger, and marvel.' Library
Journal
Shows the solid geology, with additional information for the
overlying drift deposits shown in outline or abridged form.
This folded map (890mm 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to Manchester and also a valuable reference resource
for local and family history research. It includes 4 historic maps
of Manchester, a Plan of Manchester by Cole and Roper 1807, a Plan
of Manchester by William Swire's 1824, a Plan of Manchester by
Dawson 1831, as well as a Bird's Eye View of Manchester from 1876
and a much earlier Plan of Manchester from 1650. All the maps have
been meticulously re-produced from antique originals and printed on
90 gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed as a map paper.
It has high opacity to help reduce show through and a cross grain
giving it greater durability to as the map is being folded.
This folded map (890mm x 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to Devon and also a valuable reference resource for
local and family history research. It includes 4 Historic maps of
Devon, John Speed's County Map of Devon 1611, Johan Blaeu's County
Map of Devon 1648,Thomas Moule's County Map of Devon 1836 and the
detailed Plan of Exeter 1851 by John Tallis. All the maps have been
meticulously re-produced from antique originals and printed on 90
gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed as a map paper. It
has high opacity to help reduce show through and a cross grain
giving it greater durability to as the map is being folded.
A superbly illustrated guide to 64 maps from all around the world!
From examples of medieval Mappa Mundi and the first atlas to Google
Earth and maps of the moon, this captivating maps book is a
must-have for all history and geography enthusiasts and explorers!
Embark on a visual tour of the world's finest maps! This
fascinating world atlas book: - Analyses each map visually, with
the help of pull-outs and graphic close-up details - Traces the
history of maps chronologically, providing a fascinating overview
of cartography through the ages - Tells the story behind each map -
why it was created, who it was for, and how it was achieved -
Profiles key cartographers, explorers, and artists - Draws together
navigation, propaganda, power, art, and politics through the
world's greatest maps Maps are much more than just geographical
data. They are an accurate reflection of the culture and context of
different time frames in history. This remarkable geography book
puts cartography on the map! It tells the stories behind great maps
through stunning pull-out details and reveals how they have helped
people make sense of the world. Embark on a global adventure of a
lifetime with this world map book and see our planet like never
before! On this mind-blowing journey, you'll encounter maps that
show the way to heaven, depict lands with no sunshine and even the
world ocean floor. With incredible secret stories from British
historian, Jerry Brotton, and insight into how mapmakers have
expressed their world views, Great Maps is a welcome addition to
any armchair cartographer's bookshelf.
Travel back to 1927 Manchester by exploring the detailed street
atlas republished in larger detail and supplemented with nostalgic
views and vistas from the 1920's and earlier. During the Industrial
Revolution the powerhouse of Manchester had become the hub of a
wide network of small Lancashire townships - "Little Manchester's"
as they were commonly known - towns that served the now massive
cotton industry. Although its reputation as the prime source of
World textiles declined later in the century as a result of cheaper
foreign imports, Manchester would continue to expand out into the
surrounding neighbourhoods. Heavy wartime bombing that destroyed
many buildings and famous landmarks led to major house building
programs and the establishment of many Manchester housing estates
that exist today.
This folded map (890mm x 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to Gloucestershire and also a valuable reference
resource for local and family history research. It includes 4
Historic maps of Gloucestershire, John Speed's County Map of
Gloucestershire 1611, Johan Blaeu's County Map of Gloucestershire
1648,Thomas Moule's County Map of Gloucestershire 1836 and The City
of Gloucester 1805 by Cole and Roper. All the maps have been
meticulously re-produced from antique originals and printed on 90
gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed as a map paper. It
has high opacity to help reduce show through and a cross grain
giving it greater durability to as the map is being folded.
This folded map (890mm x 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to the County of Kent and also a valuable reference
resource for local and family history research. It includes 4
Historic Maps of Kent. John Speed's County Map of Kent1611, Johan
Blaeu's County Map of Kent 1648, Thomas Moule's County Map of Kent
1836 and the detailed Plan of Canterbury by Cole and Roper 1806 All
the maps have been meticulously re-produced from antique originals
and printed on 90 gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed
as a map paper. It has high opacity to help reduce show through and
a cross grain giving it greater durability to as the map is being
folded.
This folded map (890mm x 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to Somersetshire and also a valuable reference
resource for local and family history research. It includes 4
Historic maps of Somerset, John Speed's County Map of Somerset
1611, Johan Blaeu's County Map of Somerset 1648,Thomas Moule's
County Map of Somerset 1836 and a detailed Plan of The City of Bath
1851 by John Tallis. All the maps have been meticulously
re-produced from antique originals and printed on 90 gsm "Progeo"
paper which was specially developed as a map paper. It has high
opacity to help reduce show through and a cross grain giving it
greater durability to as the map is being folded.
The Atlas and Guide to the London Olympics of 1908, now
re-published with kind permission of Collins Bartholomew, acts as
both an archival accolade of Edwardian London and a tribute to the
visionaries who, unknowingly at the time, ignited a flame that
would continue to burn into the next millennium, uniting nations in
sport. The guide began humbly as a simple, unassuming scrapbook
compiled by William Barnard which eventually came to be stored in
the archives of Birmingham University, having been generously
donated by the British Amateur Athletics Association (AAA).
Barnard, Honorary Secretary for the Polytechnic Harriers who
organised the 1908 Olympic marathon, was appointed as official
timekeeper for the 1908 Olympic Games at very short notice and
subsequently served as the AAA's Honorary Treasurer from 1910 until
1932. Following his experience of the ground-breaking London
Olympics of 1908, Barnard began to assemble what was to become a
treasured collection of personal mementoes and artefacts, the first
of which was a signed portrait picture of fellow official I. B.
Davidson. The title of this book is in fact taken from Davidson's
addition of "In Remembrance of the 1908 Olympics" along with his
signature on the photograph. His official role of Motor and
Attendants' Marshal was also as unique as it was interesting.
During the historic 1908 London Olympic marathon, one famed for its
epic finish, early motor cars donated by companies including
Wolseley and Napier made their major sporting debut, carrying race
officials, following runners along the course and picking up those
unable to continue. The centrepiece to William Barnard's scrapbook,
also reproduced in this book, are the original, illuminating
letters of appeal compiled by Lord Desborough of Taplow, President
of the British Olympic Council, who was canvassing for the
financial support needed for London to successfully host the
Olympics. Despite the substantial obstacles of having just 10
months to find a suitable venue, build a bespoke stadium and secure
the necessary finance, he nonetheless campaigned vigorously. With
Desborough's influence - he was a consummate organiser and
inspirational figurehead - all the finances were secured with just
two weeks to the deadline, further aided when Lord Northcliffe,
proprietor of the Daily Mail, agreed to sponsor the games and
support appeals for funding via his newspaper. With the event
secured, the London games of 1908 would go on to be globally
significant, with the introduction of national teams, a parade at a
dedicated opening ceremony, winners' medals and the construction of
first - class sporting facilities chief among its innovations. The
official programmes for the Olympics, a rich source of illuminating
contemporary information, are also reproduced here. Travel at the
time was, for many people, made possible by the large and well
established railway network, with some totally reliant upon it. In
the capital, the London Underground enabled visitors to explore the
many sights and places of interest in the City of London with
affordability and ease. As the crowds thronged to the Olympics of
1908, a new notion of tourism was fast becoming fashionable and
widespread, with its advent also in step with an increasing number
of people owning a motor car, not just the privileged few. John
Bartholomew, fifth in a family line of famous cartographers, saw
the commercial potential in this growing leisure travel market, and
began producing handy pocket sized atlases for use in navigating
the rapidly expanding road network and locating London's many
attractions. Much of the information from such a typical guide is
republished here, giving real day-to-day insight into the mechanics
of hosting the Olympics and the nature of travel at the time. After
the ground-breaking games of 1908, operating under an ethos of
continuous improvement and fairness, the International Olympics
Committee introduced unified rules that included lanes in running
events, and a requirement that officials originate from more than
one country. As such, the 1908 London Olympics both reinvigorated
and established the blueprint for the modern games, transforming
the Olympics into the global sporting event we recognise today that
is embraced the world over. It is hoped in that reproducing many
contemporary documents from 1908 its legacy can be similarly
refreshed and its rich history brought to life through this book.
Shows the solid and drift geology together as the 'under-foot'
geology.
This is a detailed plan of Birmingham in 1750; just before the
beginnings of the Industrial Revolution, when folded out measures
890mm x 1000mm. It will be a great resource for local historians,
family historians and all those interested in the City of
Birmingham. Digitally re-mastered in colour, it details the many
streets and public buildings from the "city of a thousand trades".
The map has been meticulously re-produced from the antique original
and printed on 90 gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed
as a map paper. It has high opacity to help reduce show through and
a cross grain giving it greater durability to as the map is being
folded.
This folded map (890mm x 1000mm when unfolded) is an ideal souvenir
for tourists to Cambridgeshire and also a valuable reference
resource for local and family history research. It includes 4
Historic maps of Cambridgeshire, John Speed's County Map of
Cambridgeshire 1611, Johan Blaeu's County Map of Cambridgeshire
1648, Thomas Moule's County Map of Cambridgeshire 1836 and a
detailed Plan of Cambridge 1836 by Thomas Moule. All the maps have
been meticulously re-produced from antique originals and printed on
90 gsm "Progeo" paper which was specially developed as a map paper.
It has high opacity to help reduce show through and a cross grain
giving it greater durability to as the map is being folded.
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