Atlas of Peru
Atlas del Perú
Peru · · 1989
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Kent, Robert B. · 1995
This review essay examines six national atlases of Latin America produced between 1985 and 1992: those of Colombia, Mexico, Cuba, Peru, Panama, and Bolivia. Its purpose is to evaluate their cartographic quality, thematic coverage, and scholarly value using comparative content analysis. The atlases vary notably in design and depth. Mexico’s three-volume loose-leaf atlas offers exceptional thematic breadth and innovative layout but lacks an index. Cuba’s monumental volume excels in high-quality cartography and detailed treatment of the physical environment. Colombia’s fourth edition concentrates heavily on reference mapping, often at the expense of thematic richness, while Peru’s atlas integrates extensive textual commentary with department-level satellite images. Panama’s atlas achieves a balanced mix of maps and interpretative text, while Bolivia’s version, though visually appealing, omits critical economic geography and fails to provide a geographical index or full bibliography. All volumes contain a wealth of original, primary-source-based information on physical, historical, social, and economic conditions. The review concludes that, despite their individual shortcomings, these atlases are indispensable reference works for any academic library supporting Latin American studies, serving as enduring resources for interdisciplinary research.
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Alfonso Gonzalez · 1994
This review evaluates the Atlas del Perú (1989), an encyclopedic national atlas edited by Carlos Peñaherrera del Aguila and published by Peru's Instituto Geográfico Nacional. The atlas updates a previous edition and integrates extensive maps, text, photographs, satellite images, and tables covering historical, physical, economic, social, and political themes. It includes both common topics and distinctive ones such as poverty, health, natural regions, and Peruvian activities in Antarctica. A substantial text section supplements the cartographic material, and a comprehensive place-name index enhances usability. The reviewer notes that while the atlas is a major contribution to the understanding of Peru, its organization has flaws: related themes are sometimes separated, and lengthy texts are placed away from corresponding maps. Despite these issues, the atlas is regarded as a significant and valuable reference.
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