Overview
Cybercartography is a new paradigm for maps and mapping in the information era. Defined as "the organization, presentation, analysis and communication of spatially referenced information on a wide variety of topics of interest to society," cybercartography is presented in an interactive, dynamic, multisensory format. Developments in the Theory and Practice of Cybercartography: Applications and Indigenous Mapping examines recent developments in the theory and practice of cybercartography and changes since the first edition published in 2005. It examines major elements of cybercartography and emphasizes the importance of interaction between theory and practice in developing a paradigm that moves beyond geographic information systems and geographical information science. The seven major elements of cybercartography outlined in the first edition are supplemented by six key ideas and the definition of cybercartography has been extended and expanded. The new practice of mapping traditional knowledge in partnership with indigenous people has led to new theoretical understanding and innovative cybercartographic atlases. Featuring more than 90% new and revised content, this volume is the result of a multidisciplinary team effort and has benefited from the input of partners from government, industry, and aboriginal non-governmental organizations.
