Atlas and encyclopedia in one comprehensive volume with more than 5,000 photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, many in full color. A Global Issues section analyzes ten major subjects of international importance, from security to world hunger. Includes an 80-page geographical Index Gazetteer with over 25,000 entries.
These ocean currents act as a vast system for moving heat from the Equator toward the poles and are a major influence on the distribution of the Earth's climates. Map key Ocean Prevailing Local Climate * (seasonal winds which seasonal* ...
Packed with more than 640 high-definition maps and over 950 illustrations and diagrams, this is the ultimate world atlas.
Complete Atlas of the World, 3rd Edition is now fully revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in world geography, including the annexation of Crimea and the new nation of South Sudan.
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The complete picture of Earth as it is today in this definitive atlas of the world Cloud-free satellite images, stunning terrain models and high-definition large-scale maps, including spectacular fold outs, present the complete picture of ...
The 'Concise Atlas of the World' illustrates the world's physical, political, economic and demographic geography; features large-scale regional mapping, combined with authoritive text, terrain models, annotated illustrations, and photographs; the...
This book provides instant access to more than 10,000 essential world facts. Each entry includes the country map and flag, plus details of language, climate, people, politics, religion, geography and the economy.
- Dive into intriguing facts about the world's population. Complete the Series: Charming and informative, the Children's Illustrated Atlas series from DK Books is a delightful addition to every child's library.
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