“The American Geographical Society is pleased to present this month’s Map Contest winner Donna David and her map entitled “Detroit: Industrial Ruins, Temples of Commerce.” The AGS chose this map due its artistic style, creative freedom, and unique function as a map. Not all maps need to be data-driven and information dense. Some can document personal and emotional journeys experienced from a certain perspective. Donna David’s map illustrates all these points beautifully. To describe the artistic and creative process behind this map, the creator herself has written the following description.”