9780483205086 - Note sur un Atlas Hydrographique Manuscrit Exécuté A Venise dans le Xve Siècle Et Conservé Aujourd'hui au Musée Britannique: Lue A la Société de ... Séance du 8 Nov... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a meticulous analysis of an intriguing 14th-century Venetian atlas, providing a window into the geographical knowledge of the time. The atlas comprises a table of numerical data, possibly related to lunar phases, and a series of hydrographic charts depicting Europe, Africa, the Adriatic Sea, and the Aegean Archipelago. The author delves into the significance of the atlas, which was likely created around 1385 and reflects the nautical expertise of the Venetian Republic. The work reveals the extent of geographical understanding during the late Middle Ages, including knowledge of the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean coastline. The detailed examination of the atlas sheds light on the development of cartography and the gradual accumulation of geographical knowledge throughout history. It highlights the importance of such works in shaping our understanding of the world and serves as a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.