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Mapping America: The Incredible Story And Stunning Handcolored Maps And Engravings That Created The United States
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The Story Of The Exploration And Birth Of America Is Told Afresh Through The Unique Prism Of Handcolored Maps And Engravings Of The Period.Before Photography And Television, It Was Printed And Handcolored Maps That Brought Home The Thrill Of Undiscovered Lands And The Possibilities Of Exploration, While Guiding Armies On All Sides Through The Indian Wars And The Clashes Of The American Revolution. Only By Looking Through The Prism Of These Maps, Can We Truly Understand How And Why America Developed The Way It Did.Mapping America Illuminates With Scenesetting Text And More Than 150 Color Imagesfrom The Exotic And Fanciful Maps Of Renaissance Explorers To The Magnificent Maps Of The Golden Age And The Thrilling Battlemaps And Charts Of The American Revolutionary War, In Addition To Paintings From The Masters Of Eighteenth Century Art, Scores Of Photographs, And Detailed Diagrams.In Total, This Informative And Lushly Illustrated Volume Developed By Rare Maps Collector Neal Asbury, Host Of Neal Asburys Made In America, And National Geographic Historian Jeanpierre Isbouts Offers A New And Immersive Look At The Ambition, The Struggle, And The Glory That Attended And Defined The Exploration And Making Of America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mapping America'? A: 'Mapping America' focuses on the exploration and birth of America through hand-colored maps and engravings, providing insight into how these visual representations influenced the country's development.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Mapping America'? A: 'Mapping America' is authored by Dr. Jean-Pierre Isbouts and Neal Asbury, a rare maps collector and host of 'Neal Asbury’s Made in America'.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book contains more than 150 color images, including exotic maps, battle-maps from the American Revolutionary War, paintings from eighteenth-century artists, and detailed diagrams.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mapping America' have? A: 'Mapping America' has a total of 288 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of American history through maps and engravings.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Mapping America'? A: 'Mapping America' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Mapping America' published? A: 'Mapping America' was published on July 6, 2021.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Mapping America' is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well cared for and shows minimal signs of wear.
- Q: Is there any specific historical period covered in 'Mapping America'? A: 'Mapping America' primarily covers the Colonial Period, illustrating the maps and engravings that shaped the early United States.
- Q: What can I learn from the text in 'Mapping America'? A: The text in 'Mapping America' provides scene-setting narratives that enhance the understanding of America's exploration, ambition, and historical struggles.
- Q: Are there any special features included in this book? A: While specific features are not detailed, the book is richly illustrated and combines visual elements with informative text, making it an immersive experience.