It’s also important to note that, because the sun rises in the east and sets in the west ... As a result, a north-facing house may remain cooler in the summer than a south-facing house.

As long as north, south, east and west have existed, they have not just directed the world but defined it. In Four Points of the Compass, historian Jerry Brotton goes in search of their origins to ...

East Austin ... ve evolved over the past few decades. We're interested in your perspective on Austin's geographic layout. Where do you draw the line between Central and North Austin?

This is especially important considering how much they've evolved over the past few decades. Poll: What do you consider North, South, East, West and Central Austin? We're interested in your ...