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How to Find a Map Offline
From your Geography Guide
There are far more maps available in paper than online. If you can't find a map online, it's a good idea to look for a paper map instead.
Difficulty Level:
Average
Time Required:
60 minutes
Here's How:
- Start with an atlas. An atlas will often include places and maps that are most often looked for.
- Visit your local public library and examine other atlases and their map collection.
- Books about the place will often include maps of that place.
- Your local library might be able to obtain a map from another library through Inter-Library Loan. Ask a reference librarian.
- Try a large university's library. Many universities have extensive map collections.
- Be sure to speak with the map librarian at the library so you can locate the map.
- Bookstores can also order a wide variety of maps from different publishers.
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