I came across an interesting collection of maps representing changes to the world through the history of maps; historically- and geographically-speaking, maps did not have a tendency to be too accurate as far as actual coastlines, and they may have taken a bit of artistic license as to the size of the artist’s patron country or enemy nations, but they give a fascinating insight to the mentalities and techniques behind their creations. And I didn’t find a single “thar’ be dragons” on any of these maps. Just click on the photo below to follow the link.
1675 Dover to London Map, John Ogilby
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Brilliant! I love maps and have intentions or writing a good deal about them; but for now, let me introduce the Hereford mappa mundi: http://visualsquirrel.wordpress.com/2014/03/09/maps-the-time-and-space-of-the-hereford-cloth-of-the-world/
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Lovely map! Thank you for the link!
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I will explore you blog a little more; I can easily imagine you have more of interest and that we share an interest in history.
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If you love history I’m sure you’ll find interesting articles here! 🙂
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