MAPPING THE SILK ROAD AND BEYOND

An unprecedented volume documenting the mapping and discovery of Asia.* An unprecedented volume documenting the mapping and discovery of Asia and its trade routes including the Silk Road from 334 BC to the 19th century* A beautiful collection of original rare maps spanning 2 000 years of cartographic history including 40 maps never before published for the general public* Showcases maps by explorers merchants and colonial administrators during the age of exploration with discoveries by Capt. James Cook Sir Francis Drake Magellan and heroic Chinese navigator Zheng He* An indispensable research volume for map collectors and novices alike the book includes a bibliography chronology and glossary of key cartographic terms

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