It’s an invitation to travel around the world one page at a time.

nonfiction visual feast… loriously portrays the world’s profusion of creatures, mountains and man-made structures in chic, subdued shades of beige, mauve and eau de Nil.Ī visual extravaganza with fascinating trivia in pages as spacious and luxurious as a classic road atlas. … t gives aesthetic pleasure all the way from the table of contents to the flags of the world at book’s end. … The sort of book you can’t help touching, “Maps” is as likely to engross adults as it is 7- to 10-year-olds. sumptuous illustrated children’s atlas that combines chic, muted colors with witty and informative drawings on heavy matte paper that whispers under the fingers. … enthusiasm and love for facts kids might want to know shine forth in charming little illustrations. There is no dearth of atlases for children, but Aleksandra and Daniel Mizielinski’s “Maps” is a standout. … insome renderings.Īt once a celebration of diversity and an investigation of the natural and cultural offerings that make each country unique, this expansive and impressive book of maps … is richly detailed with dozens of extraordinary drawings… Hours of fascinating perusal await. … The artwork’s muted earth tones, decorative borders, and fine-lined drawings are reminiscent of an antique rendering, while the numerous small cartoon illustrations add a light, contemporary touch. This handsome and fun-to-browse volume will inspire armchair travelers. Library Media Connection (highly recommended)Įwarding fare … for both young cartografiends and armchair travelers. … This book supports and encourages geographic literacy. Handsomely detailed illustrations include major industries, regional insects, birds, fish, and other animals, plants, crops and prepared food, and famous people. delight to explore, as the Mizielinskis fill their maps with tiny labeled images of local wildlife, cuisine, activities, and notable citizens… Compelling. … n entertaining and informative choice for budding geographers or Eurail travelers-to-be.

Eatures playful line drawings of national and geographical attributes, including famous native folk (Freud, Kandinsky, Count Dracula).

Maps by Aleksandra Mizielińska