40 Maps That Will Change How You See The World is a profound exploration for anyone with a curious mind. Whether you're an armchair traveller, a seasoned explorer, a student of geopolitics or an art aficionado, this book will challenge your preconceptions, spark lively discussions and deepen your appreciation for the interconnectedness of our world. Covering ancient maps, the human world, nature, geology, the earth and outer space, this book will take you on a journey through time: from a 9,000-year-old town plan and a Chinese map that rewrites the discovery of the world as we know it; to digital maps that dissect the human brain one sliver at a time and the latest cutting edge maps of Mars and the Sun. The 40 maps featured in this book show the intricate taperstry of the human condition, unveil the secrets of the cosmos and expose the stark realities of our changing climate. These maps are more than just illustrations; they are provocations and invitations to rethink the world.