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The Man Behind "The Last Great Cartographic Myth"
This August 2021 article is an interview with Don McGuirk, author of "The Last Great Cartographic Myth," an authoritative online resource dedicated to the mythical Sea of the West. Don explains how he became interested in maps and the Sea of the West, how the myth first began, and how it was depicted on maps over time.
A Cataloger's Perspective: Mapping North America Part II
This May 2019 newsletter features Part II of an article about the mapping of North America. Learn about the key elements to look for when looking at maps of North America from the 19th century.
A Cataloger's Perspective: Mapping North America Part I
This April 2019 newsletter features Part I of an article about the mapping of North America. Learn about the key elements to look for when looking at maps of North America from the 16th-18th centuries and how these changed over time.
The Island of California
This article from July 2016 is all about the mythical "Island of California."
A Brief History of Surveying Tools in North America
This article from October 2015 overviews "A Brief History of Surveying Tools in North America."
Sea of Verrazano & The History of Papermaking
Our March 2015 Newsletter features articles on the Sea of Verrazano and the History of Papermaking for Map Collectors.
Leveling the Auction Playing Field
This article from April 2014 gives tips for both sellers and bidders in an auction.
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