Book Bloggin' 4th March 2013

Finished: On the Map by Simon Garfield

I loved this book. It was a quirky look at how maps have shaped and continue to shape not only our views of the world, but how we see ourselves in it. It covers the development of maps from tyhe likely early beginnings to the current "e-map" age of satnav & google maps on phones.

As a kid I loved maps. I would stare at them for hours lost in the possibilities. And that's what this book is all about. The boundless possibilities that maps have provided through the ages. And the ways in which they continue to this day to provide possibilities, not only in the real world but also in the gaming world, where maps are often the key to victory. Did I mention I love this book? It has literally explained my obsessions with not only maps (no wonder I love being a cartographer!) but also games that involve maps like SimCity & Civilisation.

Not into maps? I bet you will still find this a fascinating read!

Started: Stalins Hammer: Rome by John Birmingam

Book Bloggin 19th February 2013

Finished: Sleepover by Alastair Reynolds

This was a short story from an anthology I already own. However it was a great read and is another slant on the ever popular end of the world fiction genre. I actually find the premise of the story quite compelling & would love to read more about the artilect wars & the Realm!

Started: On the Map by Simon Garfield

A look at the history of cartography & how it has shaped our world!