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Capitalism and cartography in the dutch golden age

Elizabeth A. Sutton (Author)
Explores the neglected history of corporate cartography during the Dutch Golden Age, from circa 1600 to 1650. The author examines how maps were used as propaganda tools for the Dutch West India Company in order to encourage the commodification of land and an overall capitalist agenda.
Print Book, English, 2015
The University Of Chicago Pres, 2015
208 sidor ; 16.5 cm
9780226254784, 022625478X
1023084769