Cultural history of the map

Author: Iwao Hino
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book is a work on the history of map development, particularly the history of mapmaking in Asia. It primarily focuses on the history of cartography in various Asian countries, especially Japan, as well as the contact and exchange between Asian and European cartography. The author delves into the details, introducing a wealth of valuable new materials and findings that are rare in domestic academia. Iwao Hino, an expert in the history of cartography, has compiled the essence of his years of research in this book, making it an excellent choice for general readers seeking to learn about cartography. At the end of the book, relevant materials and an index are provided, making it more convenient for scholars and experts to conduct in-depth specialized research. From thousands of maps that hold significant positions in the history of cartography, rare ancient maps, and copies of long-lost maps collected by the author, over 180 exquisite pieces have been selected and presented to the readers and researchers in this book. These invaluable illustrations, accompanied by the author's insightful and profound explanations, vividly showcase the evolution and development of human mapmaking, allowing readers to better understand the Eastern tradition of mapmaking.