Crucible of History, the Eastern Mediterranean - Published 2008 by National Geographic
Historical & Thematic Map | Empires, Faith & Conflict | Large Wall Format (791 × 512 mm) | Premium Finishes
A powerful and thought-provoking map of one of the most consequential regions in human history. Published by National Geographic in December 2008, Crucible of History — The Eastern Mediterranean presents a layered view of a region where civilisations rose, empires clashed, and ideas that shaped the world took root.
Stretching between the Nile and the mountains of Anatolia, this map explores a landscape defined not just by geography, but by thousands of years of human story—from ancient kingdoms to modern tensions.
Part of a two-map set alongside Jerusalem’s Holy Ground, it is both an educational reference and a compelling visual narrative.
Why This Map Stands Out
A region at the centre of history
Few places have witnessed such a concentration of civilisations, religions, and empires.
Layered historical storytelling
Traces the succession of cultures that shaped the eastern Mediterranean across millennia.
National Geographic authority
Combines clarity, scholarship, and design into a map that is both informative and visually engaging.
Balances past and present
Connects ancient empires with modern geopolitical realities.
A meaningful wall piece
Ideal for those interested in history, religion, and global affairs.
🗺️ What the Map Shows
- The Eastern Mediterranean region, spanning parts of North Africa, the Levant, and Anatolia
- Key civilisations and empires, including:
- Egyptian, Phoenician, Hittite, Assyrian, Canaanite
- Israelite, Babylonian, Persian, Greek, Roman
- Byzantine, Arab, and Ottoman
- Major cities, trade routes, and geographic features
- Terrain including coastlines, deserts, river systems, and mountain ranges
- The interplay between geography and the rise of civilisation
- Context for modern regional dynamics shaped by historical legacy
📐 Size & Format
791 mm (W) × 512 mm (H)
Landscape orientation
A balanced format ideal for:
- Studies and home offices
- Classrooms and history departments
- Libraries and research environments
- Interiors with a focus on culture, history, and global perspective
✨ Premium Finishes
| Format | Description |
|---|---|
| 📜 Paper (160 gsm) | Heavyweight matte-coated paper—ideal for framing. Preserves fine detail and subtle colour gradation. |
| 🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated) | Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate. Durable, wipe-clean, and suitable for frequent reference. |
| 🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails | Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord—ready to display. |
| 🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) | Printed with archival pigment inks. Rich texture enhances depth and visual presence. |
| 🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails | Canvas paired with timber rails for a refined, gallery-style presentation. |
🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.
📊 Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | Crucible of History — The Eastern Mediterranean |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Published | 2008 |
| Scale | 1:1,530,000 |
| Dimensions | 791 mm × 512 mm |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Map Type | Historical / Physical / Thematic |
| Coverage | Eastern Mediterranean (North Africa, Levant, Anatolia) |
| Materials | 160 gsm matte paper / 2 × 80-micron laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Printing | Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
🎯 Ideal For
- Students and educators of ancient and modern history
- Enthusiasts of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean civilisations
- Researchers exploring geopolitics and cultural history
- Interiors seeking a thought-provoking and meaningful map
- Gift buyers looking for a historically rich and visually striking piece
🏺 Where Civilisation Converged
The eastern Mediterranean is a crossroads of humanity:
- Empires rising and falling across the same terrain
- Trade routes linking continents and cultures
- Religions emerging and spreading across borders
- Conflicts shaped by geography, belief, and legacy
This map captures that complexity—revealing a region where history is not past, but present in every landscape.
🤝 Our Commitment
- Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
- Faithfully reproduced to preserve clarity, tone, and detail
- Premium materials selected for longevity and display
- Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
- Carefully packaged for safe delivery
🚚 Delivery
- Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
- Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
- Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing
Explore the region where history was forged—
a map that brings the story of civilisation into clear view.
👉 Order now and own a powerful piece of historical cartography.
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Description
Historical & Thematic Map | Empires, Faith & Conflict | Large Wall Format (791 × 512 mm) | Premium Finishes
A powerful and thought-provoking map of one of the most consequential regions in human history. Published by National Geographic in December 2008, Crucible of History — The Eastern Mediterranean presents a layered view of a region where civilisations rose, empires clashed, and ideas that shaped the world took root.
Stretching between the Nile and the mountains of Anatolia, this map explores a landscape defined not just by geography, but by thousands of years of human story—from ancient kingdoms to modern tensions.
Part of a two-map set alongside Jerusalem’s Holy Ground, it is both an educational reference and a compelling visual narrative.
Why This Map Stands Out
A region at the centre of history
Few places have witnessed such a concentration of civilisations, religions, and empires.
Layered historical storytelling
Traces the succession of cultures that shaped the eastern Mediterranean across millennia.
National Geographic authority
Combines clarity, scholarship, and design into a map that is both informative and visually engaging.
Balances past and present
Connects ancient empires with modern geopolitical realities.
A meaningful wall piece
Ideal for those interested in history, religion, and global affairs.
🗺️ What the Map Shows
- The Eastern Mediterranean region, spanning parts of North Africa, the Levant, and Anatolia
- Key civilisations and empires, including:
- Egyptian, Phoenician, Hittite, Assyrian, Canaanite
- Israelite, Babylonian, Persian, Greek, Roman
- Byzantine, Arab, and Ottoman
- Major cities, trade routes, and geographic features
- Terrain including coastlines, deserts, river systems, and mountain ranges
- The interplay between geography and the rise of civilisation
- Context for modern regional dynamics shaped by historical legacy
📐 Size & Format
791 mm (W) × 512 mm (H)
Landscape orientation
A balanced format ideal for:
- Studies and home offices
- Classrooms and history departments
- Libraries and research environments
- Interiors with a focus on culture, history, and global perspective
✨ Premium Finishes
| Format | Description |
|---|---|
| 📜 Paper (160 gsm) | Heavyweight matte-coated paper—ideal for framing. Preserves fine detail and subtle colour gradation. |
| 🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated) | Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate. Durable, wipe-clean, and suitable for frequent reference. |
| 🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails | Laminated map mounted with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord—ready to display. |
| 🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte) | Printed with archival pigment inks. Rich texture enhances depth and visual presence. |
| 🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails | Canvas paired with timber rails for a refined, gallery-style presentation. |
🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for professionally mounted hang-railed finishes.
📊 Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | Crucible of History — The Eastern Mediterranean |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Published | 2008 |
| Scale | 1:1,530,000 |
| Dimensions | 791 mm × 512 mm |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Map Type | Historical / Physical / Thematic |
| Coverage | Eastern Mediterranean (North Africa, Levant, Anatolia) |
| Materials | 160 gsm matte paper / 2 × 80-micron laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Printing | Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
🎯 Ideal For
- Students and educators of ancient and modern history
- Enthusiasts of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean civilisations
- Researchers exploring geopolitics and cultural history
- Interiors seeking a thought-provoking and meaningful map
- Gift buyers looking for a historically rich and visually striking piece
🏺 Where Civilisation Converged
The eastern Mediterranean is a crossroads of humanity:
- Empires rising and falling across the same terrain
- Trade routes linking continents and cultures
- Religions emerging and spreading across borders
- Conflicts shaped by geography, belief, and legacy
This map captures that complexity—revealing a region where history is not past, but present in every landscape.
🤝 Our Commitment
- Printed in Australia using archival-quality production
- Faithfully reproduced to preserve clarity, tone, and detail
- Premium materials selected for longevity and display
- Each map is hand-checked before dispatch
- Carefully packaged for safe delivery
🚚 Delivery
- Paper, Laminated, Canvas (rolled): Dispatch within 1–2 business days
- Hang-Railed Maps: Made to order—allow up to 10 working days
- Packaging: Securely rolled in protective tubing
Explore the region where history was forged—
a map that brings the story of civilisation into clear view.
👉 Order now and own a powerful piece of historical cartography.
