Here is a journey of imagination and discovery that traces the history of man's exploration of planet Earth, detailing his portrayal of the globe from maps of ancient China to the pinpoint accuracy of today's satellite imagery and computer simulation. A companion to the six-hour television series to air early in 1991. 150 illustrations.
Language
English
Pages
192
Format
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780528834196
The Shape of the World: The Mapping and Discovery of the Earth
Here is a journey of imagination and discovery that traces the history of man's exploration of planet Earth, detailing his portrayal of the globe from maps of ancient China to the pinpoint accuracy of today's satellite imagery and computer simulation. A companion to the six-hour television series to air early in 1991. 150 illustrations.