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Theatrum Orbis Terrarum CD: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum CD |
| Product Description : This amazing historical document was first compiled by Abraham Ortelius in 1570. This edition was far from complete, and the Flemish scholar considered it a work in progress. Before these pages were printed no one had ever considered putting together all of the known maps of the world into one edition. Up until this time, maps were usually loose sheets of paper of varying sizes and dimensions. Because of the variety of sources it was almost impossible for sailors and scholars to accurately compare distances, plan voyages and advance their work. This is the Ortelius? genius - by compiling all the best-known maps of his day into a standardized format, he was able to create the world?s first atlas - describing the civilized and uncivilized world in a single accurate volume. More amazing still is that Ortelius was no sailor himself! Instead he made his living as an illustrator while spending his spare time reading about his world. From these humble beginnings he was able to miraculously create the most accurate cartographical document of his time. Most of his original sources have long since disappeared into the sands of time - but when viewing these pages you will be astounded how accurate and reliable was his knowledge of the world - including the United States, which had only recently been discovered! |
