Capitalism and Cartography in the Dutch Golden Age
| Author | : Elizabeth A. Sutton |
| Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
| Total Pages | : 193 |
| Release | : 2015-06-05 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780226254784 |
| ISBN-10 | : 022625478X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (8X Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Capitalism and Cartography in the Dutch Golden Age by : Elizabeth A. Sutton
Download or read book Capitalism and Cartography in the Dutch Golden Age written by Elizabeth A. Sutton and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2015-06-05 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elizabeth A. Sutton explores the fascinating but previously neglected history of corporate cartography during the Dutch Golden Age, from circa 1600 to 1650. She 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.
