Island Dreams: Mapping an Obsession

About the Book

Islands have long captured our imagination. They are places of mystery, adventure, and escape. They are also places of great beauty and fragility. In Island Dreams: Mapping an Obsession, author and cartographer John Noble Wilford explores the allure of islands and their profound impact on our imagination.}

Island Dreams: Mapping an Obsession

by Gavin Francis

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	24398 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	199 pages

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This stunning volume features over 200 maps, charts, and illustrations that capture the beauty, mystery, and allure of islands from around the world. From the tiny atolls of the Maldives to the vast archipelago of Indonesia, Wilford's maps and charts reveal the unique geography and history of each island. His illustrations, meanwhile, capture the essence of island life, from the vibrant colors of a Caribbean fishing village to the windswept shores of a remote Scottish island.}

Island Dreams is a must-have for anyone who loves maps, travel, or adventure. It is also a beautiful and inspiring work of art that will be treasured by readers for years to come.

Author Biography

John Noble Wilford is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author. He spent many years as a science reporter for The New York Times, where he covered a wide range of topics, including space exploration, climate change, and the environment. He is the author of several books, including The Mapmakers, The Riddle of the Sphinx, and The Age of Gold.

Reviews

"Island Dreams is a beautiful and inspiring book that will appeal to anyone who loves maps, travel, or adventure." - The New York Times

"John Noble Wilford has created a masterpiece with Island Dreams. This book is a must-have for anyone who loves maps, geography, or history." - The Washington Post

"Island Dreams is a stunning and informative book that will captivate readers of all ages." - The Los Angeles Times