Historical Atlas of Maine

After more than a decade of extensive research, the Historical Atlas of Maine presents in cartographic form the historical geography of Maine from the end of the last ice age to the year 2000. Organized in four chronological sections, the Atlas tells the principal stories of the many people who have lived in Maine over the past 13,000 years. The Atlas covers the history of Native peoples, European exploration and settlement, the American Revolution, Maine statehood, industrial development, and the rise of tourism and environmental awareness. To tell these stories, the Atlas presents a rich array of newly created maps, historical maps, paintings, graphs, and text. The result is not only a unique interpretation of Maine, but also a splendid visual record of the state's history.

Michael Hermann, founder of Purple Lizard Maps, is the cartographic designer who created 367 original maps, 112 unique charts and graphs, and worked with 248 images to bring together one of the most stunning atlases ever produced. The atlas was published in 2015 by the University of Maine Press and remains a best seller. The atlas is 203 pages, with full-color plates, introductory texts, and full citations.

The copies that Purple Lizard has are extra special, they have been signed by the authors: Michael Hermann, Stephen Hornsby and Richard Judd.

"TheHistorical Atlas of Maine is a solid book, weighing in at over five pounds. It is handsome and well made, printed on heavyweight paper that feels good in the hand. It would make a gorgeous coffee-table book, but it has much more to offer as well." Lisa Sutton, published review in Cartographic Perspectives Journal 

Historical Atlas of Maine wins major awards