🏷️ Fictional Cartography

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A close-up, highly detailed photograph of an antique-style fictional map spread open on a rich mahogany desk. The map features intricate ink-drawn coastlines, mythical sea creatures in the oceans, and ornate compass roses. The scene is illuminated by warm, flickering candlelight casting soft shadows across the thick, textured parchment.

Beyond the Margins: The Art and Psychology of Fictional Cartography in Literature

Discover how fictional maps in literature do more than just guide characters—they shape our psychological immersion, establish verisimilitude,…

June 16, 2026 7 min read