Mapping America: The Incredible Story and Stunning Hand-Colored Maps and Engravings that Created the United States
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Book Synopsis: The story of the exploration and birth of America is told afresh through the unique prism of hand-colored maps and engravings of the period.
Before photography and television, it was printed and hand-colored maps that brought home the thrill of undiscovered lands and the possibilities of exploration, while guiding armies on all sides through the Indian Wars and the clashes of the American Revolution. Only by looking through the prism of these maps, can we truly understand how and why America developed the way it did.
Mapping America illuminates with scene-setting text and more than 150 color images—from the exotic and fanciful maps of Renaissance explorers to the magnificent maps of the Golden Age and the thrilling battle-maps and charts of the American Revolutionary War, in addition to paintings from the masters of eighteenth century art, scores of photographs, and detailed diagrams.
In total, this informative and lushly illustrated volume developed by rare maps collector Neal Asbury, host of “Neal Asbury’s Made in America,” and National Geographic historian Jean-Pierre Isbouts offers a new and immersive look at the ambition, the struggle, and the glory that attended and defined the exploration and making of America.
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Discover the captivating story of America's exploration and birth with Mapping America: The Incredible Story and Stunning Hand-Colored Maps and Engravings that Created the United States. This remarkable book takes you on a journey through time, bringing to life the thrill and possibilities of undiscovered lands through its collection of hand-colored maps and engravings. Immerse yourself in over 150 color images, from the imaginative maps of Renaissance explorers to the breathtaking battle-maps and charts of the American Revolutionary War.
Uncover the secrets and mysteries behind America's development by gazing through the prism of these extraordinary maps. These maps not only guided armies during times of conflict, but also sparked the imagination of countless individuals, inspiring them to push boundaries and explore new territories. Through the lens of these hand-colored maps, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how and why America became the nation it is today.
Mapping America goes beyond just maps. It is a visually stunning volume that combines scene-setting text with rare paintings, photographs, and detailed diagrams. Developed by Neal Asbury, a renowned collector of rare maps, and National Geographic historian Jean-Pierre Isbouts, this book provides a fresh and immersive perspective on the ambition, struggle, and glory that shaped America's exploration and creation.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of America and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of its hand-colored maps. Begin your journey of discovery today with Mapping America: The Incredible Story and Stunning Hand-Colored Maps and Engravings that Created the United States. Get your copy now and embark on an adventure through time.
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