National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our World
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| Rating | : | 4.62 (549 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0870449605 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 524 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our World E. Fuss My five year old son loves this book, but I think persons of any age would enjoy it, thoroughly. It is definitely more of an adult book.. Pete & Betty said A terrific bargain, used. Way out of date, but engaging content and a $1 bargain (used) for the perpetually geographically-challenged among us. I've travelled or worked in a few dozen countries, but still couldn't put proper place names on a blank map of Africa Perfect for killing a minute or two of time now and then, even if all the populat. Wonderful visuals I don't do all my research online I prefer books at times. I like using this for my grandkids and kids (in the past) reports. Also, we just look thru this for the amazing scenery and people. I hope it raises cultural awareness and appreciation in my family.
Maps and text provide information on the geography, industries, and other vital facts of the countries of the world.
Its virtues range from the superb front matter--which explains plate tectonics, latitude and longitude, map projections--to the beautiful photographs and informative, engaging text. From School Library JournalThe National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our World is the first choice among children's atlases both for browsing and reference. Though admirable, this should not be your only reference atlas, even in elementary school libraries and children's rooms.Copyright 1998 Cahners Business Information, Inc.. volume for that information), and skimpy detail in the maps and in the index, which has only about 4,000 entries. states (National Geographic must assume that you'll purchase its companion U.S. Drawbacks include some dated information on South Africa, a weak section on U.S