{"product_id":"exploration-map-by-map-isbn-9780593963593","title":"Exploration Map by Map","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover the epic history of human exploration and migration, and the stories of fearless pioneers the world over, with this stunning tour of history - map by map. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Charting everything from the movement of early \u003ci\u003eHomo \u003c\/i\u003especies out of Africa some 1.8 million years ago to the astonishing voyages of Polynesian sailors across the Pacific from 4,000 BCE, and from the California Gold Rush to the Race for Space, entries explain the movements of people and cultures who set off into the unknown - in search of adventure or a better life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Specially commissioned maps show the key driving factors of each journey, and why certain routes were chosen over others - whether due to climate, terrain, or territory - while stunning contemporary examples offer fascinating insights into the unique world-views and political motivations of the people who commissioned them, and the cartographers who created them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The voyages of history’s greatest explorers - from Zheng He to Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo - are brought to vivid life with accompanying photos, illustrations, and original artefacts, along with recent missions to chart the depths of the oceans and the surface of Mars. And entries also explore the experiences of established Indigenous groups and the impact of settler populations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Packed with fascinating detail and bursting with lavish illustrations, \u003ci\u003eExploration: Map by Map \u003c\/i\u003eis a must-have title for anyone who loves maps, history, or the pioneering spirit.\"this is an excellent introductory reference—particularly for middle- and early-high-school audiences—that will spark interest in geography, history, and global exploration\" - \u003ci\u003eBooklist, \u003c\/i\u003eStarred ReviewWe believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFrom first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e https:\/\/www.dk.com\/","brand":"DK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303125209317,"sku":"NP9780593963593","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593963593.jpg?v=1767726544","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/exploration-map-by-map-isbn-9780593963593","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}