Intellectual and Imaginative Cartographies in Early Modern England

This study explores how maps were used as physical and symbolic objects by thinkers, writers, and artists during the two centuries between Columbus' arrival in the New World and the emergence of the Scientific Revolution. It suggests that the early modern map was diverse and various, imbued with political, social, literary, and personal impulses, and was used for enjoyment, political campaigning, colonial invasion, and teaching in the classroom.

Format: Hardback
Length: 244 pages
Publication date: 05 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive study delves into the captivating era of transformative development in cartographic history, spanning the two centuries between Columbus' arrival in the New World and the dawn of the Scientific Revolution. It explores the profound ways in which maps were utilized as physical and symbolic objects by thinkers, writers, and artists during this pivotal period. By examining the diverse ways in which early modern individuals approached and interacted with maps, whether for leisure, political activism, colonial expansion, or educational purposes, the study sheds light on the multifaceted nature of these cartographic artifacts. Through a wide-ranging examination of literature, encompassing educational manifestos, plays by renowned authors such as Marlowe and Shakespeare, and other relevant sources, the study suggests that the early modern map was a vibrant reflection of the rich cultural tapestry from which it emerged. It was infused with a diverse array of political, social, literary, and personal impulses, shaping the way in which individuals perceived and interpreted the world around them. This insightful exploration of intellectual and imaginative cartographies in early modern England, 1550-1700, will captivate scholars, historians, and anyone with a deep interest in the History of Cartography, offering a rich and multifaceted perspective on this pivotal period of human history.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032060255