Explore Lambert’s conformal conic projection and how two standard parallels reduce distortion
A practical guide to map projection, showing how this method preserves angles while keeping linear distortion very small. The book also compares Lambert’s projection with the Bonne and polyconic systems, with real examples and useful construction steps.
This edition lays out the history, theory, and application of Lambert’s conformal conic projection, including a clear path from concept to construction. It frames why this projection works well for east–west dominated regions and how it can be extended to larger areas, with attention to accuracy, orientation, and kilometric grid systems.
- Learn the basics of conformal projections and the specific two-parallel setup used by Lambert
- See practical guidance on constructing the projection and the related tables
- Review a side‑by‑side comparison with the Bonne and polyconic projections and their tradeoffs
- Examine plates and tables that illustrate the construction and application on real maps
Ideal for students, cartographers, and professionals who map regions where east–west extent matters or who need a historically grounded treatment of Lambert’s method.