When I was in school, I liked "Designing better maps" by Cynthia Brewer. But this was years ago, and I'm not sure what is out there now.
But let me warn you; here be dragons. If you rally get into and learn about cartographic design, you'll never again look at a map without seeing its flaws. You'll see atrocious maps everyday, and it will pain you that such horrible maps were published. But you'll learn how difficult it is to design a truly beautiful map, and really appreciate the artistry.
But let me warn you; here be dragons. If you rally get into and learn about cartographic design, you'll never again look at a map without seeing its flaws. You'll see atrocious maps everyday, and it will pain you that such horrible maps were published. But you'll learn how difficult it is to design a truly beautiful map, and really appreciate the artistry.