num_pages: 372
description: This book is designed to serve as an introduction to the fascinating world of maps. It explains how to use maps to obtain information about a wide variety of topics. Throughout the book maps are viewed in a broad framework. Thus the discussion includes mental maps aerial photographs remotely sensed images computer-assisted cartography and geographical information systems in addition to traditional printed maps. The writing style is neither formalistic nor casual with an emphasis on clarity of explanation. The discussions assume that the reader has no specific prior knowledge of the topic so that even novice map users can understand and use the information and techniques presented.
language: English
title: Map Use & Analysis
publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math