Historical Atlases

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, published in 1570 by Abraham Ortelius, is widely regarded as the first modern historical atlas.

Joan Blaeu, a Dutch cartographer and publisher, created the 'Atlas Maior', which was published in several volumes between 1662 and 1672.

The Barrington Atlas of the Greek and Roman World, published in 2000, is renowned for its comprehensive and accurate maps of the ancient Mediterranean region.

The Historical Atlas of the British Empire, published in 1967, provides a detailed overview of the expansion and development of the British Empire.

The Times Atlas of World History, first published in 1978, is renowned for its thematic maps that cover a wide range of historical topics.

Johannes Janssonius, a Dutch cartographer and publisher, compiled the 'Atlas Novus', which was published in several volumes between 1638 and 1662.

The Atlas of the American Civil War, published in 1991, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major battles and campaigns of the conflict.

The Historical Atlas of China, published in 1982, offers a detailed overview of the geographical and historical development of China.

The Atlas of Exploration, published in 1994, provides a comprehensive collection of maps showcasing the major voyages and discoveries throughout history.

Abraham Ortelius, the creator of the 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum', also compiled the 'Atlas Minor', a smaller and more portable version of his larger atlas.

The Atlas of the Ancient World, published in 1985, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major civilizations and empires of antiquity.

The Historical Atlas of the United States, published in 1993, offers a detailed overview of the geographical and historical development of the United States.

The Atlas of Religion, published in 1994, provides a comprehensive collection of maps showcasing the major religions and their distribution throughout history.

Abraham Ortelius, in addition to his famous 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum', also compiled the 'Atlas Geographicus', which focused on maps of individual countries and regions.

The Atlas of the Medieval World, published in 1989, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major kingdoms, empires, and trade routes of the medieval period.