The Map and the Territory [SEP] country of origin
The Map and the Territory" is Michel Houellebecq's fifth novel. It was published five years after his prior novel, "The Possibility of an Island". "The Map and the Territory" was among the most eagerly awaited and discussed novels of the 2010 literary season in France. The first printing was for copies, as announced by the publisher. An English translation by Gavin Bowd was published in January 2012.
"The Map and the Territory" received the Prix Goncourt on 8 November 2010 on the first ballot
the Harbors and Marine Board in 1914. He was secretary of the Cheer-Up Society during the First World War.
He was appointed Companion of the Imperial Service Order in 1911.
See also.
- Jones Island (South Australia)
Bibliography.
- Jones, James W, (1880), "Examination of Country North-East of Eucla", Parliamentary Paper No 191, South Australian Government. (Includes map “Plan Shewing Country North-East of Eucla”, dated 24 Sep 1880