The Map That Changed the World

“Smith’s unsung life provides the perfect backdrop for yet another entertaining intellectual history.”–Denver Post“Winchester masterfully weaves a compelling history.”–Newsday“A compelling human story”–Boston Sunday Herald“Smith’s life provides a terrific plot to frame his contribution to science. Winchester’s wonderful account does credit to it.”–Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)“Well-researched narrative”–BusinessWeek“Winchester brings Smith’s struggle to life in clear and beautiful language.”–New York Times Book Review“Winchester has once again captured the essence of persistence against odds resulting in achievement.”–Library Journal (starred review)Smith s unsung life provides the perfect backdrop for yet another entertaining intellectual history. –Denver PostWinchester masterfully weaves a compelling history. –Newsday“A compelling human story” – Boston Sunday Herald“Well-researched narrative” – BusinessWeek

Simon Winchester has had an award-winning 20 year career as Guardian correspondent. He lives in New York and is the Asia-Pacific Editor for Conde Nast Traveler and contributes to a number of American magazines, as well as the Daily Telegraph, the Spectator and the BBC. He has written numerous books.