by Linda McGovernA unique book for the traveler who may travel from Berlin, to Kiev to Rome and then to Pittsburgh in one shot. This is the mission and design of Mark Ovenden with his book Transit Maps of the World. An eclectic book, a smorgesborg of countries and its transit maps make it a fun read for all. Even if you are not a "map person" this book it makes it so easy to glance down at your fingertips and experience the unique perspective of transit travel through the rail-based transit system and possibly before knowing anything else about a city. Artistically a treat with its interesting colors, shapes and design; it's a coffee table essential. World maps for the traveler who uses the urban train system or just desires to understand the interconnectedness of the city. Ovenden brings a unique perspective to maps and to travel in general with information for anywhere you would want to go that has a transit system. Transit Maps of the World is a must-read for the literary traveler who rides the rails.