Off the charts.

In the article "Off the charts" published in New Scientist, geographer Alastair Bonnett explores the diverse traditions of cartography throughout history. Bonnett's book, "40 Maps That Will Change How You See the World," showcases a range of maps, including a Chinese map from 2013 that places Asia at the center, a 1593 map depicting land rights in Mexico, a Burmese map refracted through a Buddhist cosmology, and a map revealing the structure of the mantle below the Pacific Ocean. By examining these maps, Bonnett highlights the importance of understanding the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created. [Extracted from the article]