Mapping New York
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Baker & Taylor
"Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York--from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position … More »
"Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York--from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position … More »
Baker & Taylor
"Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York--from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position as a global cultural leader--the book reveals the myriad uses of mapping and its potential as a document both historical and forward-looking, cultural and personal. Featuring over 150 images of the city and its Five Boroughs, Mapping New York is an enthralling and fascinating observation of an inimitable metropolis."--Back cover.
Perseus Publishing
Blackwell North Amer
Mapping London, Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York - from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position as a global leader - the book reveals the myriad uses of mapping and its potential as a document both historical and forward-looking, cultural and personal. Featuring over 150 images of the city and its Five Boroughs, Mapping New York is an observation of an inimtiable metropolis.
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"Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York--from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position as a global cultural leader--the book reveals the myriad uses of mapping and its potential as a document both historical and forward-looking, cultural and personal. Featuring over 150 images of the city and its Five Boroughs, Mapping New York is an enthralling and fascinating observation of an inimitable metropolis."--Back cover.
Perseus Publishing
Mapping New York is a fascinating and richly illustrated survey of the urban and social history of New York City. Features maps dating back to the sixteenth century, when New York was founded by the Dutch as a commercial trading post and became known as New Amsterdam, right up to the present day. Mapping New York provides a pictorial history of the city?contextualizing its time as a leader in commerce and one of the most built up urban areas in the world.
The maps are arranged thematically, focusing on the last two centuries, charting the city’s population, military history, transport, commerce and crime. The book includes a large range of maps including the latest satellite imagery, future projections on the growth of the city, iconic images such as the subway maps as well as artists’ representations. Mapping New York is an essential book for anyone with an interest in the city.
The maps are arranged thematically, focusing on the last two centuries, charting the city’s population, military history, transport, commerce and crime. The book includes a large range of maps including the latest satellite imagery, future projections on the growth of the city, iconic images such as the subway maps as well as artists’ representations. Mapping New York is an essential book for anyone with an interest in the city.
Blackwell North Amer
Mapping London, Mapping New York is a richly illustrated documentation of the history of the city by means of the medium of cartography. Tracing the development of New York - from its inception as a Dutch colonial trade post, through periods of huge urban expansion, to the city's current position as a global leader - the book reveals the myriad uses of mapping and its potential as a document both historical and forward-looking, cultural and personal. Featuring over 150 images of the city and its Five Boroughs, Mapping New York is an observation of an inimtiable metropolis.
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Imprint:
London - Black Dog
Pages:
237
ISBN:
9781906155827, 1906155828
Language:
English
Statement of responsibility:
[text, Seth Robbins, Robert Neuwirth]
Characteristics:
237 p. :,col. ill., col. maps ;,30 cm.
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