GEOSPATIAL DATA / Maps & Charts
Global Geography Library
Easy access to a vast collection of atlases, maps, charts, and related resources. Or build your own online collection with GGL+.
Extensive Collections on a Searchable Interface
Global Geography Library (GGL) is a comprehensive platform designed to address the challenges of storing and accessing large format materials such as atlases or charts, or large physical collections like national mapping series. GGL simplifies access to such materials by providing an easy to use, searchable platform for discovery and analysis that also enables seamless search and integration with other technologies. The platform can also be utilized for custom projects and collections via East View’s GGL+ program.
Collections within Global Geography Library are organized into several different families, including:
- Atlases
- Earth Sciences
- Maritime
- Terrain Analysis Reports
- Thematic, Reference, Commercial, Educational
- Topographic
- And coming soon – Aeronautical!
Why Choose GGL?
- Save Time, Effort and Shelf Space: Extensive collections, aggregated for easy access, all in one place.
- Cost-Effective: High-quality content at a fraction of the cost, without the need for in-house physical storage or digital management.
- Support Preservation Efforts: Preserve and expand access to fragile and/or rare materials.
- Flexible Purchasing: Subscription or one-time purchase options to fit your needs.
- Digital Access: 24/7 access for unlimited simultaneous users.
GGL Features
- Aggregated Collections: Access a diverse range of maps, charts, explanatory notes, and related materials – both in copyright and non-copyright – all on one platform.
- User-Friendly Interface: The intuitive interface allows users to navigate the library, access resources, and search with ease.
- Precise Metadata and Usage Statistics: Detailed item-level metadata and citation generators make it easy to find and cite materials, while usage statistics and MARC records are available upon request.
- Powerful Searching: Quickly locate your desired content with an intuitive search system that scans everything, down to the text within individual map interiors (where available), allowing for fast identification of places and features.
- Cross-Referencing and Related Resources: In addition to maps, users can access related documents such as reports and studies, creating a comprehensive knowledge base.
- Dynamic Index Maps for Spatial Discovery: Discover individual maps interactively with dynamic index maps that offer geospatial context.
More than Maps
On top of searchable content, users will find accompanying index maps useful for spatial discovery, alongside a variety of related documents.
Search, Share and Integrate
GGL was designed with usability in mind. Intuitive search, permanent URLs for each item, and seamless mosaics mean faster discovery and easy sharing.
- High-res Viewing: View high-res maps and charts directly on the platform, leveraging IIIF technology for zoom and detail.
- Permanent URLs: Each map has a unique, permanent URL, allowing users to reference and share specific resources.
- Seamless Map Mosaics: Users can view a seamless mosaic of maps, providing a complete picture of an area while maintaining proper spatial relationships among the maps.
- GIS Integration: Seamlessly integrate geomosaics into popular GIS systems via WMTS for enhanced spatial analysis.
GGL Collections
Contact Us for more information or to request a trial or sample data.
Please note that GGL is continually growing with new collections constantly in development.
If there is a country or series you are interested in that does not appear below please Contact Us to discuss availability.
Atlases
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published |
|---|---|---|
| The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World | 45 | 1895-2023 |
Earth Sciences
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published | Index Map/Title List |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece Geological 50K | 326 | 1956-2015 | index map / title list |
| Israel Geological 250K | 2 | 2021 | index map / title list |
| Mozambique Geological 250K (includes 4 explanatory notes) | 78 | 2006-2007 | index map / title list |
| Zambia Geological 100K (includes 98 explanatory notes) | 254 | 1960s-2016 | index map / title list |
Maritime
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published | Title List |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuba Nautical Charts (All Scales) | 226 | 2010s-2024 | title list |
| Israel Nautical Charts (All Scales) | 12 | 2009-2023 | title list |
Terrain Analysis Reports
Collections include 1:200,000 topographic maps, reports (in Russian and English), and soil diagrams (learn more).
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan Terrain Analysis 200K | 512 | 1960s-1990s |
| China Terrain Analysis 200K | 6,409 | 1960s-1990s |
| Jordan Terrain Analysis 200K | 104 | 1960s-1990s |
| North Korea Terrain Analysis 200K | 141 | 1960s-1990s |
| Syria & Lebanon Terrain Analysis 200K | 47 | 1960s-1990s |
| Ukraine Terrain Analysis 200K | 617 | 1960s-1990s |
Thematic, Reference, Commercial, Educational
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published | Title List |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freytag & Berndt: Africa | 19 | 2009-2023 | title list |
| Gitashenasi Maps (Iran) | 450+ | 1975-2025 | |
| Survey of Israel Thematic Maps | 15 | 2014-2023 | title list |
| Ukraine Cartographic Group Maps | 92 | 2008-2024 | title list |
Topographic
| Collection Name | Item Count | Published | Index Map/Title List |
|---|---|---|---|
| Israel Topographic City Maps | 1,645 | 2023 | title list |
| Israel Topographic 25K (2023-Hebrew) | 97 | 2023 | index map / title list |
| Israel Topographic 50K (2024-Hebrew) | 28 | 2024 | index map |
| Israel Topographic 50K (2020-English) | 28 | 2020 | index map / title list |
| Israel Topographic 100K (2019-Hebrew) | 22 | 2019 | index map / title list |
| Karta Mira Topographic 2.5M | 262 | 1946-1980 | index map / title list |
| Madagascar Topographic 50K | 162 | 1955-1988 | index map / title list |
| Madagascar Topographic 100K | 452 | 1950-1998 | index map / title list |
| Madagascar Topographic 500K | 11 | 1985-1992 | index map / title list |
| Malawi Topographic 50K | 153 | 1962-1996 | index map / title list |
| Myanmar Topographic 50K (EV Map) | 1,148 | 2014 | index map / title list |
| Samoa Topographic 50K (EV Map) | 16 | 2020 | index map / title list |
| Senegal Topographic 50K | 142 | 1955-1971 | index map / title list |
| Senegal Topographic 200K | 27 | 2005-2008 | index map / title list |
| Tanzania Topographic 250K | 64 | 1960-2000 | index map / title list |
Note: GGL is continually growing, with new collections constantly being produced. If there is a country and/or map series you are interested in that does not appear on this list, please contact us to discuss availability and status.
Build Your Own Collections with GGL+
GGL+ is a fully customizable platform option for customers wanting to digitize and platformize their own materials, with the option to add any of East View’s pre-built collections.
GGL+ can accommodate a wide variety of materials and formats, including PDFs, high-resolution IIIF image files, and zip files. While most GGL collections are map focused, customers can host virtually any content, including data, handbooks, and other internal documents.
GGL+ also accommodates multiple access models (IP authentication and/or username/password), with the ability to restrict access to certain materials for different users.
