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Atlas of Imagined Places: from Lilliput to Gotham City
Atlas of Imagined Places: from Lilliput to Gotham City
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A beautiful atlas of imagined places around the world, from Stephen King's Salem's Lot to Wakanda, from Lilliput to Springfield in The Simpsons. The maps feature fictional buildings, towns, cities, and countries, as well as mountains, rivers, oceans, and seas. The authors have researched the likely geography of thousands of popular culture locations, and each location has an extended index entry and coordinates. Illuminating essays accompany the maps, giving insight into the stories behind the imaginary places.
Format: Hardback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2021
Publisher: Pavilion Books
Winner of the 2022 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards: Illustrated Travel Book of the Year!
Highly Commended, British Cartographic Society Awards 2022!
Step into a world of imagination and exploration with "Imaginary Places: A Wondrous Atlas of Imagined Worlds," a captivating book that delves into the realms of film, television, literature, myths, comics, and video games. This extraordinary atlas presents a stunning collection of vintage-inspired maps, meticulously plotted to showcase fictional buildings, towns, cities, and countries, along with breathtaking mountains, rivers, oceans, and seas.
Spanning from the haunting streets of Stephen King's "Salem's Lot" to the vibrant superhero land of "Wakanda" in Marvel's cinematic universe, and from the tiny world of "Lilliput" in "Gulliver's Travels" to the iconic Springfield in "The Simpsons," this atlas offers a mesmerizing journey through the depths of human creativity.
The authors have dedicated years to researching the likely geography of thousands of popular culture locations that have become almost real to us. With their keen detective skills, they have unraveled the secrets behind these imaginary places, revealing fascinating connections and hidden details.
As you explore the maps, you'll discover that the revolution at "Animal Farm" took place next to the home of Winnie the Pooh. Each location is accompanied by an extensive index entry and coordinates, making it easy to locate and navigate these imaginative realms.
In addition to the maps, the book includes illuminating essays that provide a deeper insight into the stories behind these imaginary places. From the wizardry of Harry Potter to the Stone Age adventures of the Flintstones, these essays offer a captivating perspective on the worlds that have captured our hearts and imaginations.
"Imaginary Places: A Wondrous Atlas of Imagined Worlds" is a breathtaking map collection that showcases the boundless creativity of human imagination. Whether you're a popular culture fan, a map enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the power of storytelling, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Prepare to be transported to a world of wonder and discovery as you explore the pages of this extraordinary atlas.
Weight: 1290g
Dimension: 252 x 318 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849946414
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