The Origin of Place-Names on Maps
The Origin of Place-Names on Maps
Date
1991
Authors
Richardson, W A R
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
The Map Collector
Abstract
Many inscriptions on early maps and charts present problems of meaning and identity which can only be resolved beyond reasonable doubt by tracing them back to their earliest recorded appearance and reducing the risk of being misled by versions that have become corrupted over time.
Description
Keywords
Maritime history,
Maritime navigation,
Cartography,
Mapmaking,
Bill Richardson
Citation
Richardson, W.A.R. 1991. The Origin of Place-Names on Maps. The Map Collector, 55 (Summer), 18-23.