National Geographic Society (U.S.)

Maps have been around in some form or other since humans first understood the need to record their physical space, and for the past hundred years, the National Geographic Society has been at the forefront of mapmaking. This Fourth Edition of our popularFamily Reference Atlas of the World brings you the world and its marvels -- through maps.Using the latest technological advances, satellite data has been compiled to create some 1,400 images -- maps,...

Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.

A comprehensive, up-to-date atlas encompasses more than three hundred thematic maps, along with more than six hundred color photographs, illustrations, charts, and graphs, that document the world's natural and cultural wonders.

The sixth edition of the award-winning atlas--the ultimate resource for knowing everything about our changing world--features photos, fascinating facts, graphics, and full-color political, physical, and thematic maps on important topics.

"This comprehensive atlas contains essential maps of the world, graphics illustrating timely themes, and flags and facts on every country"--

A listing of five hundred sites new and old, famous and unknown, that have been used to connect humanity with its gods.

"Learn all about the people, places, animals, and environments of our world in the fourth edition of this engaging atlas. It's got a fresh, kid-friendly design; fun, lively photos; and all the latest, greatest geographic and political information that make this such a valuable resource. It's the perfect reference for kids to learn about lands close to home or oceans away--ideal for classroom use, homework help, and armchair exploration."--Provided...