The legacy of John Ogilby’s “Britannia” extends far beyond the 17th century. The innovative strip mapping technique pioneered by Ogilby influenced subsequent generations of cartographers
The Mappa Mundi, or “map of the world” in Latin, was not just a geographical representation; it was a symbolic and religiously charged artifact.
One of the most intriguing aspects of the map is the depiction of the coastline of Antarctica without its icy covering. Keep in mind that…