It’s out! Got my copies yesterday. A terrific upgrade from the first edition of the book – larger format, better paper, complete redesign, lots of new content. Shipping from Amazon and other similar sites. Let me know what you think if (when) you get a copy!
A few pre-publication reviews:
James E. Meacham, Senior Research Associate and InfoGraphics Lab Director, Department of Geography, University of Oregon: “Building on their solid first edition, Krygier and Wood have created a new and much richer follow-up. The second edition represents a serious reworking of subject matter and graphics. The book uses extraordinary map exemplars to address the full range of basic cartographic concepts and to demonstrate many subtle and advanced design techniques as well. Addressing current social issues including map agendas, ethics, and democracy, it is the kind of book that will inspire readers and cultivate admiration for the field.”
Paul Longley, Department of Geography, University College London, United Kingdom: “Krygier and Wood’s book should be used by anyone interested in the way the world looks, the way the world works, or the way the world should be. It remains the most accessible yet comprehensive guide of its kind. The second edition meets the needs and expectations of the ‘Google generation’ of map users while remaining true to the guiding principles that govern how maps look, work, and function. The very accessible, extensively illustrated format makes the book easily usable by students at all levels, as well as those taking steps to develop expertise in cartographic design.”
got mine on pre-order, so hopefully will magically drop through my letter box any day soon now, can’t wait.
PS inspired by some of your blog posts I had a go at mapping the landscape. I worked with 30 children from South Dartmoor Community College; I collaborated with them on creating on mapping their emotional landscape.
http://www.51degreesnorth.net/joe/archives/866
Very cool projects!
This blog is really inspiring and informative and one of the best posts I’ve read is the one feature on the front of your book (using the map of property values, then using a simular map of community centres to argue two different routes of a new road).
I’m glad that’s the image/map you chose!
Nathan Rae
Hi! Do you know the iconoclasistas map? (critical and collective cartographies, make with social movements)
They are from Buenos Aires (Argentina), great job!
http://iconoclasistas.com.ar/category/10/cartografias/