Historical Sea Charts. Visions and Voyages Through the Ages
Edizioni White Star
English Text.
Vercelli, 2021; bound, pp. 208, col. ill., cm 22x28.
ISBN: 88-544-1716-5
- EAN13: 9788854417168
Subject: Maps, Documents, Old and Rare Books
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Weight: 1 kg
As with many historical objects, nautical charts are admired today for their charm and aesthetic appeal. The maps in Historical Sea Charts are part of the collection owned by Barry Lawrence Ruderman Antique Maps Inc., the world's leading institution for nautical maps. The reader can find in this book the most indicative of trends and ideas through time. For each example in the volume, the reader will find out how the maps were designed and created, as well as how they were used during navigation or in preparation of a journey.