Descriptive maps that help
     explain the author’s text

A map that answers the question “Where is it?” sometimes just doesn’t do the job.

A descriptive map sometimes is a better choice. This type of map doesn’t necessarily try to answer the “where is it?” question. Rather, it gives the reader an overall picture of the subject the author is dealing with.

Below are examples of this type of map.

This is important: They are not examples of maps that would suit your book. They are ILLUSTRATIVE of what a map can do: Illustrate the author’s story.

Your book surely will require a map showing a different place for a different reason.