Introduction The Erdapfel, meaning “Earth Apple” in German, holds a special place in cartographic history as the first known terrestrial globe. This artifact was created…
The History of Dieppe Maps Dieppe maps are a notable collection of world maps and atlases. They were produced in Dieppe, France, during the 16th…
In the 19th century, map coloring was a meticulous, labor-intensive process, often completed by skilled artisans. Unlike modern digital coloring, this process relied on human…
A Border is often drawn with precision, after geographic features like rivers or mountains. Yet, across the globe, there are several borders that defy logic.…
Goode’s 1908 speech at the American Association of Geographers on the Evil Mercator In 1908, J. Paul Goode delivered a pivotal speech at the American…
Goode’s Homolosine Projection is a composite, equal-area map projection that minimizes distortions for global maps. The projection is named after John Paul Goode, an American…
The evolution of map coordinates has a rich history. It spans from Ptolemy’s ancient systems to modern GPS (Global Positioning System). This signifies a fascinating…
History of the Prime Meridian The Prime Meridian is the line of zero degrees longitude. It serves as the starting point for measuring time and…
Introduction: Maps that Changed the Course of World History Maps are more than just tools for getting from Point A to Point B. They are…
Introduction to Celestial Maps and Their Importance in the Renaissance The Renaissance was known for its vibrant revival of art. It was also a period…