Admiral Piri Reiss map

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The book delves into the historical significance of Admiral Piri Reis's 1513 map, which was part of his 1528 atlas. It highlights the map's remarkable accuracy in depicting the outlines of America, North America, and Antarctica, despite Columbus's limited exploration of the continent. The narrative explores Piri Reis's access to ancient manuscripts in Constantinople and the intrigue surrounding the map, including American Secretary of State Henry Stimson's quest to locate Columbus's map in Turkey, underscoring its importance in historical cartography.