Der Luxemburg-Atlas

Summary

This article reviews the Luxemburg-Atlas, published in 2009. Edited by seven scholars, it contains 95 contributions by more than 80 specialists, organised into five sections on history, cities, nature, economy and society. Each contribution is accompanied by maps, charts or aerial photos, presenting Luxembourg from multiple perspectives. The reviewer praises the atlas for using maps to make complex spatial and social relationships visible, but also notes shortcomings such as insufficient explanations for some maps and outdated data. Overall, the atlas is judged an outstanding, accessible work with valuable insights, and it long topped the local bestseller list.