Hi Answerers,

I'm looking for some good Mercator Projection maps of Europe.  I need
to do some latitude/longitude plotting on this map, and don't have
time to research the distortion calculations for now.

I found *exactly* what I'm looking for, but bummed that it's $200.
http://www.creativeforceinc.com/world_maps/world_maps.asp?ID=308

This is fantastic, but too pricey.  I'd be willing to settle for a
JPEG that isn't even Europe-centered.  It'd be nice to have choices,
but one good one is all I need.

Ideally, "Good" means to me:
  - Mercator projection
  - Some detail within Europe- country borders, some cities.
  - Aesthetically pleasing.
  - Free or cheap with licensing for noncommercial use.

I did some Googling of my own, but didn't come across anything good. 
Any suggestions/resources?

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Clarification of Question by sfgirl-ga on 13 Jun 2004 00:01 PDT

Actually, I just realized that even Mercator projection will require
some calculation.  Change this question to refer to equidistant
projection maps, please.

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Request for Question Clarification by palitoy-ga on 13 Jun 2004 01:29 PDT

Hello Sfgirl

Have you tried the excellent Xplanet program?  This may be able to
achieve what you are looking for.

http://xplanet.sourceforge.net/