Hobo-Dyer Equal Area Maps

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The Hobo-Dyer equal-area world map, created to challenge traditional perspectives, accurately depicts the relative sizes of countries and continents while questioning conventional North-South orientations. Developed by ODT, Inc., this projection builds on the Peters equal-area concept but is designed to reduce distortion in both the size and shape of landmasses, offering a more faithful representation than standard maps.

Commissioned in 2002 by Howard Bronstein (“Ho”) and Bob Abramms (“Bo”) of ODT, Inc., the map was skillfully drawn by Mick Dyer of Oxford Cartographers

Last updated by Oxford Cartographers: October 2024

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Options available for the Hobo-Dyer map are:
Boundary
– Global
– India Specific
– China Specific

Orientation:
– South Up
– North Up

Meridian
– Greenwich
– Pacific Centred

Cartography:
– Simple
– Detailed

Language:
– English
– Portugues
– Spanish
– Mandarin

We also offer versions without title and footer information, contact us for more details.


 

The Hobo-Dyer Equal Area Projection Map is an exceptional choice for educators, travelers, and anyone passionate about global understanding. Unlike traditional maps, this unique projection preserves accurate area proportions, making it ideal for those who value a realistic representation of our world. Below are the key benefits that make the Hobo-Dyer map an excellent addition to your home, office, or classroom.

1. True Representation of Land Area

The Hobo-Dyer map stands out by accurately representing land masses in their correct proportional sizes. Unlike the commonly used Mercator projection, which distorts the size of countries (e.g., making Greenland appear larger than Africa), this map provides a balanced view. Africa, South America, and other regions often downplayed in traditional maps are shown in their true dimensions, promoting a more equitable understanding of global geography.

2. Ideal for Education

Teachers and students can use the Hobo-Dyer projection to foster discussions about geography, colonialism, and cultural biases in cartography. The map challenges conventional worldviews and encourages critical thinking by presenting an alternative layout that prioritizes fairness and accuracy.

3. Customizable Orientation

Unlike most maps, the Hobo-Dyer projection can be rotated to place any region at the center, offering flexibility for various purposes. Want to emphasize the Global South? Rotate the map to highlight the southern hemisphere. This feature makes it perfect for addressing diverse audiences and contexts.

4. Visually Engaging Design

The symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing design of the Hobo-Dyer map makes it a striking addition to any space. Its bold yet accurate presentation invites exploration and sparks curiosity about the world.

Order your Hobo-Dyer Equal Area Projection Map today to embrace a more balanced and inclusive view of the planet!

5. Custom Version

Do you want something you can’t see here?

  • Map without header or footer information or both
  • Different colours
  • Different fonts
  • Elevation shading
  • Custom symbols
  • Hide country borders
  • Different language
  • Monochrome / Greyscale / Dark Mode
  • Your locations marked
  • Larger Poster size/Wallpaper
  • Your logo
  • Interactive web version

Complete the Hobo-Dyer enquiry form with your requirements and we will get back to you.

 

Language

English, Portugues, Spanish, Mandarin

Orientation

South Pole Up, North Pole Up

Meridian

Greenwich, Pacific Centred

Cartography Level

Simple, Detailed

Size

A2 – (594 x 420 mm) (23.4 x 16.5 inches), A1 – (841 x 594 mm) (33.1 x 23.4 inches), A0 – (1189 x 841 mm) (46.8 x 33.1 inches)

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