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In A Map of the Known World, readers are taken on a journey through the 15th and 16th centuries, witnessing the rise of European exploration and the subsequent changes in the understanding of the world. The novel focuses on the challenges faced by cartographers and explorers, the political and religious tensions of the time, and the impact of their discoveries on the known world. The story is rich in historical detail and offers a vivid portrayal of the era's cultural and scientific advancements.
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