The Creature in the Map: A Journey to El Dorado
The Creature in the Map follows the enduring idea of El Dorado through the themes of maps, journeys, and exploration. Charles Nicholl offers a thoughtful look at how the search for a legendary place has shaped historical understanding and the imagination of travelers and readers.
About This Book
Charles Nicholl examines the legend of El Dorado and its place in the history of exploration.
Using the image of a map and the idea of a journey, the book considers how geography and imagination can become intertwined.
This is a work for readers interested in discovery, historical mysteries, and the stories that surround elusive places.
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