Understanding Maps

AvJ.S. Keates

Inbunden, Engelska, 2017

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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.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2017-01-13
Mått:156 x 234 x 25 mm
Vikt:453 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:350
Upplaga:2
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9781138158894

Utforska kategorier

Geografi inom Naturvetenskap och teknik

Innehållsförteckning

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