A History of the World in 74 Borders: The Stories Behind the Lines on Our Maps by Jonn Elledge

A History of the World in 74 Borders: The Stories Behind the Lines on Our Maps

Jonn Elledge

352 pages first pub 2024 (editions)

nonfiction history funny informative reflective medium-paced
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A fascinating and surprising history of the world told through the lines people have drawn on maps, by the 'charming and outstandingly nerdish' author of The Compendium of (Not Quite) Everything. People have been drawing lines on maps for as long ...

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Moods

informative: 100%

funny: 64%

reflective: 36%

lighthearted: 32%

adventurous: 12%

challenging: 12%

emotional: 4%

hopeful: 4%

inspiring: 4%

mysterious: 4%

relaxing: 4%


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