5 Principles of Cartographic Design

[Sirith]

Hmm, am I the only one who thinks the language is confusing rather than informative? I understand most of the things that are mentioned (composition, design choices, involving emotion, etc), but I don't find them nearly as well explained as they could be. In my opinion anyway.

[ravells]

I know what you mean, Sirith, I'm reading a book on how cities are shaped which has been written by an academic who insists on using 4 syllable words when a 1 syllable word will do.

[NeonKnight]

I know what you mean, Sirith, I'm reading a book on how cities are shaped which has been written by an acedemic who insists on using 4 syllable words when a 1 syllable word will do.

Ahhh, my favorite Motto! Gonna make that my Sig:

Never use a big word when a diminutive one will suffice!

[su_liam]

I'm taking my new sig from the first principle:

The parts embarrass the whole.

[pyrandon]

I must admit the language does not appear overly ornate to me. I think it is generally precise (plus don like big words...

[Sirith]

I know what you mean, Sirith, I'm reading a book on how cities are shaped which has been written by an academic who insists on using 4 syllable words when a 1 syllable word will do.

Well, academic wording is usually a bit more precise than 'normal' words. I generally don't really have a problem with that, but this just feels way too hippy for my taste

I guess I'm just used to having these things explained in a different way than they use here.