Synopsis
Every corner of the world revealed in this ultimate atlas, created by the world's premier cartographic publisher. More than 300 maps and graphics represent every state, province, country, territory, and island, plus the poles, oceans, planets, and beyond. Elegant and authoritative, packaged in a protective slipcase box, National Geographic's 11th edition of its flagship Atlas of the World provides precise, detailed, easy-to-read maps of all regions of the world. Organized by continent and reflecting current boundaries and identities, this top-of-the-line atlas offers hours of browsing fascination for the globally inquisitive. 20 broad-ranging thematic spreads open the book, including maps and data-rich graphics on topics from tectonics and climate to world economy and energy sources. A special section on Space includes star charts, maps of the Moon and Mars, depictions of the Milky Way and the larger universe, and a custom visualization of all human space explorations. Additional features include- Flags, key data, and brief descriptions of all 195 countries An intriguing array of geographical details, from the age and mass of the planet to engineering wonders and population extremes Navigational endsheets with a world map sectioned off and keyed to every map inside High-quality paper and printing, bookmark ribbon, protective slipcase A comprehensive index citing more than 150,000 locations found on the maps within This glorious large-format atlas doubles as a gorgeous coffee table keepsake and an endless learning experience for the curious-minded- students, travelers, explorers both armchair and otherwise, and every family library seeking the finest in cartographic excellence and enjoyment., Created for all global citizens, this universally respected volume of world maps has been completely revised and updated with fascinating visualizations of international trends and global conditions. National Geographic's flagship Atlas of the World, now in its 11th edition, provides authoritative maps of every country, ocean, and region of the world, as well as thematic maps and accompanying graphics showing important population, environmental, and economic patterns. Organized by continent and reflecting today's political boundaries and identities, this authoritative atlas is an indispensable reference for schools and libraries, as well as the latest resource for home browsing and study. A thematically organized opening section uses current data to visualize urgent concerns, such as Earth's last wild places, changing freshwater availability, human migration and refugee movement, and human rights conditions globally. The back of the book contains basic facts and flags of every country, as well as a comprehensive index cross-referencing more than 150,000 place names. A thought-provoking foreword by Alexander M. Tait, The Geographer of National Geographic, begins the book., Every corner of the world revealed in this ultimate atlas, created by the world's premier cartographic publisher. More than 300 maps and graphics represent every state, province, country, territory, and island, plus the poles, oceans, planets, and beyond. Elegant and authoritative, packaged in a protective slipcase box, National Geographic's 11th edition of its flagship Atlas of the World provides precise, detailed, easy-to-read maps of all regions of the world. Organized by continent and reflecting current boundaries and identities, this top-of-the-line atlas offers hours of browsing fascination for the globally inquisitive. 20 broad-ranging thematic spreads open the book, including maps and data-rich graphics on topics from tectonics and climate to world economy and energy sources. A special section on Space includes star charts, maps of the Moon and Mars, depictions of the Milky Way and the larger universe, and a custom visualization of all human space explorations. Additional features include: Flags, key data, and brief descriptions of all 195 countries An intriguing array of geographical details, from the age and mass of the planet to engineering wonders and population extremes Navigational endsheets with a world map sectioned off and keyed to every map inside High-quality paper and printing, bookmark ribbon, protective slipcase A comprehensive index citing more than 150,000 locations found on the maps within This glorious large-format atlas doubles as a gorgeous coffee table keepsake and an endless learning experience for the curious-minded: students, travelers, explorers both armchair and otherwise, and every family library seeking the finest in cartographic excellence and enjoyment.
