Maps are such great inclusions in books that bring their stories to life. I like being able to trace the sequence of events according to their locations. One map which I particularly am delighted about is the map of London from circa 1909 that’s included in A Mad, Wicked Folly by Sharon Biggs Waller.
While maps are more common in fantasy novels, I appreciate that this historical fiction book has been accompanied by one of historical London. Even though it’s a realistic setting, it has changed a lot over the past century and to be able to trace that is pretty neat. Come to think of it, contemporary books would be well-served by maps too, particularly for those of us who don’t know the settings personally.
Do you care for maps inside the books you read?
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I’m obsessed with maps in books! It’s always fascinating to be able to trace the paths the character treads with the map. I love the look of this one, and I can’t wait to read this book!!
Maps inside books are always a nice inclusion – particularly so if the book in question is set in a by gone era or fantasy setting. Having said that, I like them to be black and white maps. That tens to be the norm given books being printed in that format, but I have seen a few colour floating about and aren’t too keen on them.
Beautiful picture!
I LOVE maps. They can come in so handy. My editions of The Grisha Trilogy don’t have maps so I was hopelessly confused when reading about their travels AND upset because they’re so pretty. :(
I love maps in books too! I like examining them thoroughly before reading and then flipping back to it while reading it to see where the characters are!
~Sara
Oh yes, maps are my favorites. They add a visual element to the novel. Honestly, I have never read a book that had a map that is not fantasy. And you are absolutely right that melancholic be included in all books, even the ones that are settled in a village.
It is rare to find a historical fiction with a map. You’ve definitely given me another reason to read A Mad Wicked Folly! YAY for maps in books!
I love maps, and I’m always disappointed when books with complex fantasy worlds don’t have them. Maps are one disadvantage to Kindle books. I know you can technically view them, but I’ve never found a convenient way to do so. (If you have any tips for this, please share!) I refer to maps frequently when I read, whether it’s a fantasy or not.