Antique Maps: Postcard Book

I was a little surprised by the size of the book (see dimensions): the book is a little bigger than most other postcard books--and sometimes, bigger cards are just what you need! Every map card has a very nice translation/description on the back of the card; each card is very glossy and beautiful. I am a fan of antique maps as is, but seeing this postcard book was really exciting: it has maps ranging from the thirteenth century to the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. There are several world maps, as well as maps of separate countries--there is even a map of the moon! If you love the colorful maps of past centuries, you know the ones--the ones with travelers in the corners of the maps, with the depictions of the winds personified along the borders--this book is certainly for you. I own many postcard books, and I have to admit that this is one of the best ones!