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The Mapmakers

John Noble Wilford
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The Mapmakers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

Book Brief

John Noble Wilford

The Mapmakers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

507

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Mapmakers by John Noble Wilford is a non-fiction book that profiles various cartographers, geographers, and explorers from Ancient Greece to the contemporary era of space exploration, illustrating the evolution of mapmaking through the work of figures like Eratosthenes, Ptolemy, Columbus, Magellan, and others, detailing significant advances and expeditions in the field and their impact on the understanding of geography.

Informative

Adventurous

Inspirational

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

468 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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John Noble Wilford's The Mapmakers provides an expansive look into the history and impact of cartography. Positive reviews praise Wilford's thorough research and engaging storytelling, which brings to life the technical and adventurous aspects of mapmaking. Negative feedback points to occasional dense passages that may overwhelm non-specialist readers. Overall, the book is commended for its depth and accessible narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mapmakers?

Ideal for history and geography enthusiasts, The Mapmakers by John Noble Wilford appeals to readers interested in cartography and exploration. Fans of Simon Winchester’s The Map That Changed the World or Jared Diamond’s Guns, Germs, and Steel will appreciate the deep dive into the craft and impact of mapmaking.

4.2

468 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

507

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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