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Monthly Archives: March 2014
Population Groups of The Balkans
Maps are social constructions that create a reality. They anchor populations within the space defined in the borders. However, the Balkans, the area that was formerly Yugoslavia, is fractured into a slew of ethnic and nationalistic pieces; it would be … Continue reading
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Gomberg Map Presentation: A Recap
Maurice Gomberg is either a nut or some kind of future predicting genius. Ever seen that octopus that has predicted every single Super Bowl victor since the 1980s? Yeah, he’s one of those. No really. Hear us out on … Continue reading
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Atlas of the Week: Oxford Atlas of the World
Oxford Atlas of the World is a famous atlas by Oxford University Press. It is the only world atlas that is updated annually. With its authority among all atlas on the market, Oxford Atlas of the World guarantee that users … Continue reading
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A Map for the Future – A Children’s Map from 1890
Dennis Wood believes a map has the power to construct reality. Since the first map was introduced, they have helped people to recognize this world and themselves. When people believe what is told to them by the map, their … Continue reading
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The Racial Dot Map
Identity: the fact of being who or what a person or thing is; a close similarity or affinity.¹ But is defining identity just a simple fact? Identity is a social construction; it is developed through our social relations and interactions. Defining … Continue reading
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Atlas of the Week: The Penguin State of the World Atlas
The Penguin State of the World Atlas by Dan Smith depicts the planet in which we live in. The atlas is divided into seven categories: Who we are, Wealth and Poverty, War and Peace, Rights and Respect, Health of the … Continue reading
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