Maps that Changed the World Part 1 Geography History Japan Import Excellent
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Maps that Changed the World Part 1 Geography History Japan Import Excellent Key Features ✔ This is an authentic Japan-imported book titled Maps that Changed the World Part 1: Geography and History from Japan. This comprehensive volume explores the evolution of mapmaking over 4,000 years, from ancient clay tablets to modern tsunami maps. It features 90 detailed illustrations and covers significant milestones such as Ptolemy's geocentric maps, the Age of Exploration, and groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy and navigation. ✔ This book offers insights into how humans have visualized and understood the world through maps, including topics like ancient Babylonian clay tablets, Norse mythology, maritime charts from the Age of Discovery, Venus exploration images, and even subway maps. Carefully inspected and stored to ensure quality for our international customers, this item is perfect for collectors and history enthusiasts. ✔ Item Specifics: ✔ C:Title: Maps that Changed the World Part 1 ✔ C:Language: Japanese ✔ C:Format: Hardcover ✔ C:Pages: Not specified ✔ C:Condition: Excellent ✔ C:Country of Origin: Japan ✔ C:Subject: Geography, History, Cartography ✔ C:Illustrations: 90 images ✔ C:Publisher: Not specified ✔ C:Publication Year: Not specified ✔ C:Dimensions: Not specified ✔ C:Special Features: Includes maps from ancient to modern times ✔ C:Intended Audience: Collectors, history buffs, geography enthusiasts ✔ C:Additional Info: Official Japanese import, carefully inspected for
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- Condition: Good
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