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Maps Today

Understanding Maps of Our World

Library Bound Book List: $33.67 / S&L: $25.25

Reading Level: 6-8

Interest Level: 6-8

Product type: Library Bound Book
ISBN: 978-1-4339-3521-3
Author: Tim Cooke
Copyright: 2010
Language: English
Pages: 48
Trim: 8.5" x 10.5"
Dewey: 912
Subject: Social Studies
Binding: Library
Maps • Glossary • Web Sites • Primary Sources • Further Reading
While printed maps are still widely used, modern technology has created a vast range of new ways to present and use geographical information. This book looks at some of the most exciting recent developments, including computer-generated maps and three-dimensional simulations.

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Series Review: Understanding Maps of Our WorldThe authors descriptions of cartographic challenges, old and new, result in a lot of valuable extras...The books further-reading lists, which include print and Web materials, are particularly extensive. Wonderful resources.School Library Journal