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title: "Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explored and Explained (DK History Changers)"
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# Chronological cartography history Detailed map pull-outs & close-ups 64 iconic maps explored Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explored and Explained (DK History Changers)

**Price:** 917 kr
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## Summary

> 🗺️ Unlock the world’s secrets one map at a time — don’t just see the world, understand it!

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- **What is this?** Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explored and Explained (DK History Changers)
- **How much does it cost?** 917 kr with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Visual Deep Dives:** Engage with stunning pull-outs and graphic close-ups revealing hidden details.
- • **Chronological Storytelling:** Trace the evolution of mapmaking with expert historical context.
- • **Explore 64 Masterpiece Maps:** Dive into a curated collection spanning medieval to modern cartography.
- • **Cultural & Political Insights:** Discover how maps reflect power, propaganda, and worldviews across eras.
- • **Museum-Authenticated Authority:** Backed by Cardiff Museum, ensuring scholarly accuracy and prestige.

## Overview

Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explored and Explained is a visually stunning, museum-authenticated guide featuring 64 historically significant maps. It offers a chronological journey through cartography, enriched with detailed pull-outs, cultural insights, and profiles of key mapmakers, making it an essential collector’s piece for history buffs and geography enthusiasts alike.

## Description

Discover 64 iconic maps from history, with visual analysis, historical context, and profiles of key cartographers. Ideal for geography and history enthusiasts.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 53,820 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 12 in Cartography & Geodesy 33 in Historiography 100 in Geographical History |
| Customer reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,194) |
| Dimensions  | 26 x 2.3 x 30.8 cm |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 1409345718 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1409345718 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 256 pages |
| Publication date  | 1 Sept. 2014 |
| Publisher  | DK |

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*Last updated: 2026-09-16*