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The Piri Reis Map of 1513

2001; Truman State University; Volume: 32; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.2307/3649069

2326-0726

Bronwen Wilson,

Colonialism, slavery, and trade

This detailed study of the 1513 Piri Reis world map offers commentary and explication of a major milestone in cartography. It aims to disprove dubious conclusions drawn and clarify longstanding mysteries in order to open up new ways of looking at the history of exploration.