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We cataloged a map published in Beirut in 1988 in which
Israel is called Palestine.
If you have access: LC# 88-694754/MAPS
GEOprojects road map of the Middle East. Beirut, Lebanon :
GEOprojects, 1988.
According to Peter Blanchard:
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> Wanted: Opinionated Maps
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> In preparing a Master's thesis I'm researching ways in which maps have been
> used to present a particular point of view. While all representations are
> biased in one way or another, I'm looking for intentional bias. The classic
> example of this is the propaganda maps prepared during World War II, but I'm
> looking for recent maps as well, maps which use the elements of cartography
> to make an argument. This might be in the business world, with
> environmental concerns, in the political realm, and so on. They might come
> from informational brochures, direct mail or other sources. Of particular
> interest to me would be maps of the same area which support opposing views.
> If you know of such maps and could direct me to them or have copies which
> could be sent to me, I'd appreciate it a great deal.
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> Thank-you,
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> Peter Blanchard 6814 Chelsea St. Madison, WI 53719
> ([log in to unmask])
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Donna Gant
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