The companion book to a six-part PBS television series beginning April 1, 1991. The series depicts how scientists and explorers throughout the centuries disproved prevailing myths regarding the Earth's shape and geography. Contains some 150 color maps, photographs and illustrations, including a color photograph taken from Apollo 8, which proved that (at least for the time being) the Earth is a sphere traveling in space. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Synopsis

Accompanying the Granada TV series of the same name, this is an illustrated history of discovery and explorers (Polo, Columbus, Cook and others) and the development of mapmaking - from the speculations of the ancient Greeks, through the Portuguese masters, to modern remote sensing.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Our store is located in the City of Anaheim, at the Northeast corner of Euclid and Orangewood streets. We are a general used bookstore, with a great selection of children's books, cookbooks, metaphysical, contemporary fiction, mystery-suspense, classics, history, romance, westerns, science fiction-fantasy and self-help. Your inquiries are welcome.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Thomas F. Pesce'
CA, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

California residents please add 8%, for state sales tax, to your order. All listed books are subject to prior sale. All prices are net. Visa, Discover and Mastercard payments processed by Abebooks, or by us directly. Check, Money Order, and PayPal are also accepted. Postage within the USA is $3.95 for the first book, and $1.00 for each additional book. All shipments via U.S. Post Office, Media Mail. If you require U.S. Priority Mail, please state so-the cost starts at $6.19 for the 1st book, and...

More Information

Right of cancellation

Shipping Terms

Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	4 to 13 business days	3 to 8 business days
First item	� 3.88	� 8.85

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.