History Snob on MSN

The evolution of maps and how they changed exploration

Maps have shaped human history far more than many people realize. Long before satellites and digital navigation existed, maps helped civilizations trade, travel, wage wars, and explore unfamiliar ...
ABC7 New York on MSN

Oldest maps of New York City show where we've been, where we're going

And what's on the maps from so long ago is just as important as what is not on them.
insider.si.edu

A history of the world in twelve maps / Jerry Brotton

Science: Ptolemy's 'Geography, ' c. AD 150 -- Exchange: Al-Idrīsī, AD 1154 -- Faith: Hereford 'Mappamundi, ' c. 1300 -- Empire: Kangnido World Map, 1402 ...
Smithsonian Magazine

How to Fit 250 Years of American History and Culture Into One Map

Ari Daniel | Host, "There's More to That" In honor of the United States’ 250th birthday this year, Smithsonian magazine has curated an interactive map, “250 Places to Celebrate America.” The map ...
Austin American-Statesman

Gorgeous old maps from Texas General Land Office tell story of state

How about a gorgeous volume of old maps that helped define and develop our state, that also includes cogent historical context for each image? Your wish is our command. Just out: “Texas Takes Shape: A ...