karttakirjat
Karttakirjat, often translated as map books or atlases, are collections of maps bound together, typically in book form. They serve as a comprehensive visual resource for geographical information, presenting diverse aspects of a region or the entire world. Historically, carttakirjat have evolved from simple collections of sea charts to highly detailed volumes covering political boundaries, physical topography, road networks, and demographic data.
The primary purpose of a karttakirja is to provide users with a readily accessible and organized source
Modern karttakirjat often include supplementary information alongside the maps, such as indexes, gazetteers, and descriptive texts.