Women and Cartography in the Progressive Era

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Human Geography
Cover of the book Women and Cartography in the Progressive Era by Christina E. Dando, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Christina E. Dando ISBN: 9781134771141
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: August 15, 2017
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Christina E. Dando
ISBN: 9781134771141
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: August 15, 2017
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

In the twenty-first century we speak of a geospatial revolution, but over one hundred years ago another mapping revolution was in motion. Women’s lives were in motion: they were playing a greater role in public on a variety of fronts. As women became more mobile (physically, socially, politically), they used and created geographic knowledge and maps. The maps created by American women were in motion too: created, shared, distributed as they worked to transform their landscapes.

Long overlooked, this women’s work represents maps and mapping that today we would term community or participatory mapping, critical cartography and public geography. These historic examples of women-generated mapping represent the adoption of cartography and geography as part of women’s work. While cartography and map use are not new, the adoption and application of this technology and form of communication in women’s work and in multiple examples in the context of their social work, is unprecedented.

This study explores the implications of women’s use of this technology in creating and presenting information and knowledge and wielding it to their own ends. This pioneering and original book will be essential reading for those working in Geography, Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Politics and History.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In the twenty-first century we speak of a geospatial revolution, but over one hundred years ago another mapping revolution was in motion. Women’s lives were in motion: they were playing a greater role in public on a variety of fronts. As women became more mobile (physically, socially, politically), they used and created geographic knowledge and maps. The maps created by American women were in motion too: created, shared, distributed as they worked to transform their landscapes.

Long overlooked, this women’s work represents maps and mapping that today we would term community or participatory mapping, critical cartography and public geography. These historic examples of women-generated mapping represent the adoption of cartography and geography as part of women’s work. While cartography and map use are not new, the adoption and application of this technology and form of communication in women’s work and in multiple examples in the context of their social work, is unprecedented.

This study explores the implications of women’s use of this technology in creating and presenting information and knowledge and wielding it to their own ends. This pioneering and original book will be essential reading for those working in Geography, Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Politics and History.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Prader-Willi Syndrome by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Understanding Loss by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book China, Cultural Heritage, and International Law by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Mucho Macho by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Integral Ubuntu Leadership by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Monsters to Destroy by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book RADICAL CONSTRUCTIVISM by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Interaction Concepts of Personality by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book A Geography of the Lifeworld (Routledge Revivals) by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book The Future of Thinking by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book The Sovereignty of Good by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Thinking Politically about HIV by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Saving Society by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Children's Rights and Traditional Values by Christina E. Dando
Cover of the book Practicing Qualitative Methods in Health Geographies by Christina E. Dando
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy