Designing Better Maps: A Guide for GIS Users by Cynthia A. Brewer Paperback Book

Description: Designing Better Maps by Cynthia A. Brewer Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Learn from the best to create successful maps using any GIS or illustration product with Designing Better Maps: A Guide for GIS Users, third edition, written by an expert cartographer. Publisher Description Learn from the best with this popular book on creating successful maps with any GIS or illustration product, written by an expert cartographer.For more than 18 years, Designing Better Maps: A Guide for GIS Users has been essential reading for all mapmakers who use geographic information system (GIS) technology across industries and sectors, including government, commercial, creative, and education. This third edition continues the reliable legacy of this book, distinctive in its clear and efficient emphasis on core cartographic concepts and updated with new and revamped design practices.With more than 400 full-color illustrations, this book applies map design best practices to both reference and statistical mapping, guiding you through the following processes:Planning mapsUsing basemapsUsing scale and timeExplaining mapsPublishing and sharing mapsApplying type and labelsUnderstanding and using colorCustomizing symbolsAward-winning author Cynthia A. Brewer uses her sophisticated mix of experiences-conducting academic research, teaching novice cartographers, mentoring advanced students on research and mapmaking, and collaborating with analysts and mapmakers at various federal agencies-to present this practical information. In 2023, she was awarded the International Cartographic Societys highest honor, the Carl Mannerfelt Gold Medal, for distinguished contributions to her field.Whether you face the challenge of making well-designed maps or are already adept at GIS data management and analysis but need better ways to visually communicate spatial information and results, Designing Better Mapswill help you learn how to use GIS tools to design provocative and accessible maps. Author Biography Cynthia A. Brewer is a professor of geography at The Pennsylvania State University. She teaches introductory cartography and map design courses and advises graduate students working in cartography. She has worked as a map and atlas design consultant for the US Census Bureau, US Geological Survey, National Cancer Institute, National Center for Health Statistics, and National Park Service. In 2023, she was awarded the International Cartographic Societys highest honor, the Carl Mannerfelt Gold Medal, for her distinguished contribution to the field. Details ISBN 1589487826 ISBN-13 9781589487826 Title Designing Better Maps Author Cynthia A. Brewer Format Paperback Year 2024 Pages 295 Edition 3rd Publisher ESRI Press GE_Item_ID:161933505; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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