388 Science Hall in Geography Department Office area. Tuesdays and Thursdays Geography 371 is about the history of maps. It chooses a number of themes from several different periods and cultures to illustrate that the value of maps extends well beyond their way-finding function.
Maps show how people visualize the world and relate to it.
They are a central way of knowing. The course uses a lot of visual aids, including slides and class meetings in University collections containing rare maps and books. Recommended books are David Buisseret, ed. Evaluation is based solely on writing and communication skills. There are no formal written examinations.