Post on 19-Dec-2015
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The “Problem” of Map Dimension
Appalachian Trail (ME) Contour View
Pseudo-three dimensional
Same Place – Elevation View
This is still a two dimensional view, but (x,y) has been replaced by (t,z) where t represents
progress on the trail.
Same Place Pictoral Progress
• Pseudo-one-dimensional
• Progress is only linear, but the line meanders and there is stuff adjacent to it
• Note the attribute data on the side
Same PlaceText View
• One dimensional view of the same place
• Note that you can move forward and back
• Debatable as to whether or not it is a map
• Personal Note: It is as good as a map for all but elevation
Final Answer
• If it’s on paper, it’s two-dimensional in at least one sense of the term
• If you keep an open mind, however, you can produce “maps” that convey one, two, or three dimensions