A is for atlas : wonders of maps and mapping /Megan Barford.

"A sumptuous, lavishly illustrated celebration of cartography, featuring charts, maps, globes and atlases. The map collection at Royal Museums Greenwich comprises about 40,000 maps, charts, globes and atlases, covering a time period from the thirteenth century to the present day. Curator of Cartography Dr. Megan Barford explores the variety of stories hidden within the collection, involving the materials, techniques, makers, users, genres and features, to understand more about the different worlds in which maps were produced and consumed. From imperial rule to labour solidarity, and from sumptuous display to scrap paper, A is for Atlas presents the Royal Museums Greenwich map collection as it's never been seen before."--Provided by the publisher.