The Map Makers
A map is more than a geographical representation of a land. It is an image which mirrors a society's political, religious and cultural vision of itself. "The Map Makers" tells the story of maps through history and explores major developments in map making. Three episodes; "The Waldseemuller Map 1507", "The Mercator Atlas" and "The D-Day Invasion Maps". Narrated by Stephen Rashbrook.
Year: 2004
Genre: Documentaries, General Docos, Historical
Country: UK
Director: Ali McGrath, Stuart Clarke
Duration: 150 Minutes
Rating: G
Location in store: Documentary (Historical)
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