The Mapmakers
John Noble Wilford
A comprehensive history of cartography that traces the adventures, discoveries and feats of technical ingenuity by which man has succeeded in mapping the globe, moon and the planets.
HistoryHistory · medium confidenceHistory81 signalsLlm Classifier: History -> HistoryOpen Library: Cartographers -> Arts & CriticismOpen Library: Cartography -> Arts & CriticismRegional & Local History
Award History
0 wins · 1 total
| Award | Year | Result | Category / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Book Award for History PaperbackMajor | 1983 | Finalist | Secondary source |
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