Types of Map Projections
Map projections play a crucial role in transforming the Earth’s three-dimensional surface into a two-dimensional representation, allowing for the creation of functional and informative maps.
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California as an Island
Well into the 17th and 18th centuries, cartographers created maps of the region showing California separated from the mainland by a strait.
What is a Cartifact?
A cartifact is an object containing a map that is used primarily for design rather than as a source of information.
Review: Time in Maps
Time in Maps is a sumptuously-illustrated large-sized book that serves as a celebration of the development of GIS.
