Noted British cartographer A. G Hodgkiss, has written this practical book for the beginning or part-time map maker who is faced with the task of preparing thematic maps and diagrams for any kind of illustrative purpose. It is also written for students who have maps to prepare for a thesis or dissertation, authors who don"t have access to a professional staff to prepare maps for them and for the beginner in a map making office. Any one interested in the history of map making will find this book interesting as well, appreciating the work of early cartographers. Topics included: cartographic illustrations, map compilation, drawing instruments and equipment, lettering, visual presentation of statistical data, map design and layout, specialized maps, and reproducing illustrative maps.