Reviews of Books: The Atlas of Kenya

Summary

The Atlas of Kenya stands as an exemplary work of modern cartography, closely modeled on the esteemed Atlas of Tanganyika. Its loose-leaf binding facilitates updates, and a 1:3,000,000 scale presents the entire country on a single page with clear legends. Featuring 25 thematic maps, provincial series, 20 town plans, and historical maps, the atlas is beautifully designed with legible typography. While agricultural and communication maps could be simplified, and the population dot value is high, the overall production is excellent, offering invaluable reference for Kenya's geographical studies and representing a notable achievement of the Survey of Kenya.