National Geographic: Historic Mediterranean Wall Map, 800 BC to AD 1500-36.75 x 22.5 inches - Laminated

Description

A land of myth, legend, history and the origins of western civilization, the Mediterraean region has captivated minds and hearts for millennia. Published in December 1982 as a companion to the unique Mediterranean Seafloor, this map accompanied three articles on the Mediterranean Sea throughout the ages.The Mediterranean was home to many of the greatest civilizations in human history, including the ancient Greeks and Romans. This colorful map contains a wealth of information about the history of these civilizations who inhabited the region from 800 BC to AD 1500, and the archaeological sites they left behind. Track the expanded Mediterranean worldview through the ages with a unique series of maps. Explore the rise and fall of the Phonecian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic empires. Travel the deep blue waters on trade and exploration routes that snake through the sea travelling everywhere from everywhere.This map is drawn in Lambert Conformal Conic projection, which seats a cone over the sphere of the Earth and projects the surface conformally onto the cone.This map is truly a unique conversation piece. The beautifully contrasted land and waters makes it a perfect complement to any decor. A must-have for historians.Your laminated map has a glossy finish so that you can use dry erase markers on the map to highlight features, make plans, and share unique information with others. Lamination is also extremely durable, resistant to folding or ripping.Your map is rolled and packaged in a sturdy tube to protect it during shipment.