The New Atlas of Israel

Summary

The fourth edition of the New Atlas of Israel, published in 1995, continues the scholarly tradition of its predecessors while introducing radical changes in format and orientation: shifting from a large hardcover volume to a portable softcover booklet and adopting a user-oriented editorial policy. This paper details the editorial strategies behind this transformation, including topic selection, clarity of presentation, structured legends, and cartographic generalization, all aimed at enhancing legibility and educational applicability. Comprising 44 sheets with over 250 maps and diagrams, the atlas balances academic rigor with public accessibility, marking a crucial step toward a future electronic atlas.