The Catalan Atlas created by Abraham Cresques’ reveals the different societies that were developed during Medieval times. Also this atlas created by Abraham Cresques reveals the relationship between European, African, and Asian people.  This map shows the great wealth in Africa, more specifically North and West Africa. Moreover, the atlas describes in detail the wealthy famous Mali King. Abraham describes him as a wealthy and important man who possessed rich lands overflowing with gold. Therefore, indicating that the more wealthy you are the more power you hold. After reading the excerpt from Howard French’s book, we can infer that maps were used to explore and depict a European view of Africa.