We a good story
Quick delivery in the UK

The Map That Changed the World

- A Tale of Rocks, Ruin and Redemption

About The Map That Changed the World

Hidden behind velvet curtains above a stairway in a house in London's Piccadilly is an enormous and beautiful hand-coloured map - the first geological map of anywhere in the world. Its maker was a farmer's son named William Smith. Born in 1769 his life was beset by troubles. This title tells his story.

Show more
  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780140280395
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 352
  • Published:
  • July 3, 2002
  • Dimensions:
  • 130x197x24 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 248 g.
  In stock
Delivery: 3-5 business days
Expected delivery: November 22, 2024

Description of The Map That Changed the World

Hidden behind velvet curtains above a stairway in a house in London's Piccadilly is an enormous and beautiful hand-coloured map - the first geological map of anywhere in the world. Its maker was a farmer's son named William Smith. Born in 1769 his life was beset by troubles. This title tells his story.

User ratings of The Map That Changed the World



Find similar books
The book The Map That Changed the World can be found in the following categories:

Join thousands of book lovers

Sign up to our newsletter and receive discounts and inspiration for your next reading experience.