Linguistic Aspects of Maps and Geographic Information
Abstract
The frequent reference by geographers and cartographers to 'the language of maps' is made precise by clarifying ways in which maps and other formulations of geographic information constitute a language. Aspects of this language are identified, and emphasis is placed on the use of linguistic concepts for study of models of geographic information that are treated as components of a geographic information system. Some linguistic methods suitable for processing geographic information are identified and the selection of references provides a guide to the appropriate literature. Brief mention is made of some fundamental methodological and conceptual issues that have been resolved in completed and forthcoming journal articles.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0718408
Entities
People
- Michael F. Dacey
Organizations
- Northwestern University