Understanding maps

Author(s)

• Keates, J. S.

Bibliographic Information

Understanding maps

J.S. Keates

Longman, 1996

2nd ed

Note

Bibliography: p. 312-328

Includes index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Addresses the fundamental principles of visual perception and map symbolism and critically examines the assumptions behind the theories of psychophysical testing and cartographic communication. This revised and expanded edition includes new sections on the relationship between cartography and art, and the distinction between knowledge and skill.

Table of Contents

PART ONE: THE MAP AS VISUAL INFORMATION Using Maps An Outline of the Visual System Visual Perception and Map Interpretation PART TWO: THE MAP AS A SYMBOLIC REPRESENTATION Signs and Symbols Representation in Two Dimensions The Map as a Correct Description PART THREE: THE MAP AS A COMMUNICATION Theories and Models of Cartographic Communication Communication, Map Use and Cartographic Objectives Map-using Operations The Map as Rhetoric Rhetoric and Communication The Map as a Text Cartographic Theory and Cartographic Practice PART FOUR: THE MAP AS AN ARTISTIC WORK Artistic Works and Works of Art Cartography as a Graphic Art Generalisation and Composition Style, Fashion and Taste PART FIVE: THE MAP AS A PRODUCT OF SKILL Digital Maps and Geographic Information Systems Artificial Intelligence and Cartographic Tasks Expert Systems and Map Production

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Details

• NCID: BA27940893
• ISBN:
  • 0582239273
• Country Code: uk
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: London
• Pages/Volumes: xv, 334 p.
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • NDC9 : 448.9
  • LCC : GA130
  • DC19 : 912/.01/4
  • DC20 : 526.01
• Subject Headings:
  • PRECIS : Map reading
  • LCSH : Maps
  • LCSH : Cartography
  • FREE : CartographyGB9765024