Maps And Diagrams Their Compilation And Construction - Softcover

Monkhouse, F. J. & H. R. Wilkinson.

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Synopsis

'Maps are drawn by men and not turned out automatically,' wrote the eminent American geographer, J. K. Wright, in his delightful essay 'Map Makers are Human'. But proficiency in the art of drawing maps is not attained without some systematic training. The discipline necessary to attain this proficiency involves three (1) the handling of raw material and data; (2) a critical knowledge of cartographical principles and techniques; and (3) actual drawing practice to attain some degree of manual dexterity and skill in the execution of maps.

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