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Manhattan Mapping: The Story of an Island

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Manhattan is one of the most iconic and recognizable islands in the world. It is home to some of the most famous landmarks in the United States, including the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and Times Square. But how did Manhattan come to be the island we know today?

Manhattan: Mapping the Story of an Island

by Jennifer Thermes

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	64 pages
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The story of Manhattan's mapping is a long and fascinating one. It begins with the Native Americans who first inhabited the island. The Lenape people had a deep understanding of the island's geography, and they created maps that helped them navigate its waterways and forests.

The first European maps of Manhattan were created by explorers in the 16th century. These maps were often inaccurate and incomplete, but they gave Europeans a basic understanding of the island's shape and location.

In the 17th century, Dutch settlers established a colony on Manhattan. The Dutch created more accurate maps of the island, and they also began to develop plans for its development.

The British took control of Manhattan from the Dutch in 1664. The British continued to map the island, and they also began to impose their own grid system on its streets.

In the 19th century, Manhattan experienced a period of rapid growth. The city's population exploded, and new buildings were constructed at a dizzying pace. This growth led to a need for more accurate and detailed maps of the island.

In 1857, the city of New York commissioned a new map of Manhattan. This map, known as the "Randel Plan," was the most accurate map of the island ever created. The Randel Plan served as the basis for all subsequent maps of Manhattan.

The mapping of Manhattan is a story of human ingenuity and perseverance. It is a story of how we have come to understand and shape the world around us.

Manhattan Mapping: The Book

Manhattan Mapping: The Story of an Island is the definitive history of the mapping of Manhattan. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of the people who have mapped the island, from the Native Americans to the present day.

Manhattan Mapping is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of New York City, cartography, or the history of exploration.

To Free Download your copy of Manhattan Mapping, please visit our website or your local bookstore.

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