is a historical publication that focuses on the skills required for military map reading and sketching. Written in 1908, this book provides valuable insights into the development of military cartography and the techniques used during that era. John Bryson Barnes was a British army officer who recognized the importance of map reading and sketching in military operations. The book was published during a time when the British Army was modernizing its tactics and techniques, and the need for accurate map reading and sketching was becoming increasingly important.