The Phantom Atlas: The Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps (Historical Map and Mythology Book, Geography Book of Ancient and Antique Maps)

Are you ready to dive into a world where exploration and mythology meet? Discover the mysteries within ancient maps with The Phantom Atlas: The Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps. This captivating book takes you on a journey through time and space, exploring the colorful histories behind a range of real antique maps. From ghost islands to mythical civilizations, this book unravels the fascinating stories behind the fictitious features introduced on maps through mistakes, fantasies, and outright lies. Get ready to explore a world that is not as it is, but as it was imagined to be.

Written by Edward Brooke-Hitching, a renowned map collector and author, The Phantom Atlas is a treasure trove of captivating tales. Brooke-Hitching is no stranger to the world of exploration and mythology, having written for the popular BBC Television program QI and being a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. His expertise and passion shine through every page, as he investigates the places where exploration and mythology meet. As you turn the pages of this book, you'll find yourself immersed in the dusty heap of old maps and books, unraveling the secrets of cartography's greatest phantoms.

Whether you're a fan of this popular genre or simply have a thirst for knowledge, The Phantom Atlas is a must-read. With its gorgeous atlas images and captivating storytelling, this book will transport you to a world of deranged buccaneers, seafaring monks, heroes, and swindlers. It's a book that will keep you turning the pages, eager to uncover the next gripping tale. If you're a reader of books such as Prisoners of Geography, Atlas of Ancient Rome, Atlas Obscura, What If, Book of General Ignorance, or Thing Explainer, then The Phantom Atlas is the perfect addition to your collection. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through cartography's greatest phantoms.

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