The Writer's Map: An Atlas Of Imaginary Lands

"Those of us who’ve put a fantasy novel back on the shelf once we realize that its author hasn’t done the basic frickin’ work of providing us with a detailed map of the world in question know how important maps are. They both ground the reader, reinforcing the world’s reality, even as they appeal to our childlike sense of wonder that believes in buried treasure and dark forests teeming with elves. This handsome tome is a pure expression of that love and of the interplay between magical prose and imaginary cartography. Sumptuous maps of notable fantasy worlds jostle for space alongside essays from fantasy writers. The Writer’s Map charts the landscapes of literary imagination with passion and care."