About the Maps of Volume II of the BSAM

Summary

This article reviews the maps of the Soviet North included in Volume II of the Great Soviet Atlas. The author first analyzes the general maps of the USSR, the RSFSR, and the North's economy, noting their strengths in depicting administrative divisions, population density, and economic indicators, while also pointing out specific errors and omissions. The discussion then shifts to regional maps, which are praised for effectively illustrating the economic profiles, industrial structures, and key nodes of various administrative units. The article particularly commends the editorial use of inset maps to enhance clarity and readability. In conclusion, the author asserts that Volume II provides an accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive cartographic representation of Soviet economic development in the North, making it an invaluable resource for both educational and research purposes, a result of meticulous work with primary sources.