Novels, Maps, Modernity: The Spatial Imagination, 1850–2000

by Eric Bulson

This book examines how readers and novelists alike have used maps, guidebooks, and other geographical media to imagine and represent the space of the novel from the mid-nineteenth century to the present.

188 pages, Hardcover

First published January 23, 2007

Reviews

[Peter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Academically earnst - A bit dry and overly linear.

Some solid research and related quotes collected, but could use a solid edit for readability and style.

The final chapter on getting lost does serve as a fantastic introduction to psychogeography...