The Piri Reis Map of 1513

by Gregory C. McIntosh

Hardcover, 2000

Status

Available

Call number

912

Publication

University of Georgia Press (2000), Hardcover, 230 pages

Description

This detailed study of the 1513 Piri Reis world map offers commentary and explication of a major milestone in cartography. It aims to disprove dubious conclusions drawn and clarify longstanding mysteries in order to open up new ways of looking at the history of exploration.

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Physical description

230 p.; 6.38 x 0.87 inches

ISBN

0820321575 / 9780820321578
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