Prior to my reading of Harley’s “Deconstructing the Map,” I had never put much thought into the breadth of detail to which a map can cover. The only maps I have ever used are ones for displaying basic geographic information or for navigation, never considering the art of cartography or the different ways information can be displayed in maps. What resonated with me was Harley’s analysis of the transition in material mapped in a given location as time progresses. It is also interesting to think about how the technology of map making has changed, and the accuracy of them accordingly as well. This is important to connect with the task of mapping different aspects of Allen Island in an accurate and coherent manner, while understanding the purpose of the map. Through reading this article, I have realized that maps can provide so much more than just geographic relevance. As Harley mentions, analyzing maps can provide a way to make other information easier to understand and add significance. I hope to be accomplish this by providing maps in my projects about Allen Island.