Essential World Atlas, 10th Edition

Author: DK
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1465480528
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Hop over from one place to another with this beautiful, illustrated atlas. Dive into detailed physical and political maps of continents, countries, and cities as you cross over different time zones. Learn about flags from around the world, uncover historical nuggets, discover key facts about life zones, and gather informative statistics about the global economy. You can also delve into politics and religions as you make your way from one region to another. Round up your trip with exciting geographical comparisons and interesting continental factfiles. With an index of more than 20,000 entries, the comprehensive Essential World Atlas, 10th Edition is not only a great teaching tool for classrooms but a must-have for your personal library as well.

Essential World Atlas

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Publisher:
ISBN: 9780241364253
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
Originally published in 1997 and now in its 10th edition, the Essential World Atlas includes all recent border, place name, and flag changes around the world, including the new nation of South Sudan and the annexation of Crimea. A series of 12 global thematic maps on subjects as diverse as ocean currents and languages give a general introduction to the world today. These are followed by the main atlas which includes over 60 full colour regional maps featuring political and state borders; main population and administrative centres; main lines of communication, ports and airports. In addition to these maps this clear, informative and affordable atlas also includes a fully cross-referenced index-Gazetteer featuring 20,000 places, data profiles of each country, plus a glossary of geographical terms making it the perfect reference tool to distill the mass of information in today's world into the essential facts needed to help understand our ever-changing planet.

Reference World Atlas

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465421181
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 386

Book Description
A beautifully clear, detailed, and fully revised and updated guide, DK's Reference World Atlas gives a superb overview of all the world's regions. Providing a detailed reference map set, the atlas also features computer-generated terrain-modeled maps and the landscapes, bringing an all-new dimension to cartography. This ninth edition of DK's respected Reference World Atlas includes all recent border, place name, and flag changes from around the world, including the emerging state of South Sudan.

Philip's RGS World Atlas

Author: Philip's Maps
Publisher: Philip's
ISBN: 9781849075589
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description

Essential World Atlas

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465456635
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
Essential World Atlas, 9th Edition provides an unbeatable visual reference to the world's continents, regions, and countries with more than 90 maps and detailed fact files on every nation. See many different views of the globe through a series of thematic maps detailing the political and physical world, time zones, the global economy, populations, languages, climates, and regional conflicts. Look up key statistics using data profiles, stay in the know with a glossary of geographic terms, and easily find the information you need with an index comprised of more than 20,000 entries. Now fully revised and updated to reflect recent geopolitical changes, Essential World Atlas, 9th Edition is a reference perfect for work, home, or school that truly lives up to its name.

Essential World Atlas

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Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780241656747
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Discover the world with this beautifully designed atlas, packed with maps, flags and country profiles all wrapped up in a handy, compact package. The first section contains a series of 12 global thematic maps on subjects as diverse as Ocean currents and languages give a general introduction to the World today. These are followed by the main atlas which includes over 60 full colour regional maps featuring political and state borders; main population and administrative centres; main lines of communication, ports and airports. In addition to these maps this clear, informative and affordable atlas also includes a fully cross-referenced index-Gazetteer featuring 20,000 places, plus data profiles of each country including flags and key statistical indicators, making it the perfect reference tool to distil the mass of information in today's world into the essential facts needed to help understand our ever-changing planet.

Atlas of Essential Procedures

Author: Michael Tuggy
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 1437714994
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
Atlas of Essential Procedures, by Michael Tuggy, MD and Jorge Garcia, MD, makes it easy to perfect the 52 procedures most commonly performed in the primary care setting. Videos and step-by-step illustrations show you how to avoid complications and obtain the best results, and full-text online access makes it easy to reference this title from any computer. Master 52 essential techniques spanning all areas of your practice with separate sections on Dermatology, Obstetrics, Women's Health, Ultrasound, Urgent/Hospital Care, Gastroenterology, and Musculoskeletal. See what to do step by step with the aid of plentiful full-color illustrations accompanied by clear, practical captions. Observe real-world applications by watching online video demonstrations of 50 procedures including cryosurgery, electrosurgery, catheter placement, circumcision, and shoulder dislocation reduction as well as several basic ob/gyn procedures. Rapidly and conveniently reference the complete contents online at www.expertconsult.com.

World War II Map by Map

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744021006
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
Trace the epic history of World War 2 across the globe with more than 100 detailed maps. In this stunning visual history book, custom maps tell the story of the Second World War from the rise of the Axis powers to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each map is rich with detail and graphics, helping you to chart the progress of key events of World War II on land, sea, and air, such as the Dunkirk evacuation, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the D-Day landings, and the siege of Stalingrad. Historical maps from both Allied and Axis countries also offer unique insights into the events. There are timelines to help you follow the story as it unfolds, while narrative overviews explain the social, economic, political, and technical developments at the time. Fascinating, large-scale pictures introduce topics such as the Holocaust, blitzkrieg, kamikaze warfare, and code-breaking. Written by a team of historians in consultation with Richard Overy, World War II Map by Map examines how the deadliest conflict in history changed the face of our world. It is perfect for students, general readers, and military history enthusiasts.

Reference World Atlas

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465458735
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 398

Book Description
Welcome, all you globetrotters! Take the ultimate round-the-world trip with this spectacular atlas, showcasing more than 640 maps and a wealth of information about every nation on Earth. Travel across the world from the British Isles to Australasia with Reference World Atlas to learn about our diverse planet. The introduction section provides an insight into how our physical world took shape and life emerged across the planet. Take a look at world climate and population trends, and then follow the continent-by-continent guide to expand your understanding of each region or country. Along with detailed physical and political maps, Reference World Atlas also contains terrain models, cross-sections, and cultural and economic information. This book features huge 3-D maps and more than 750 photographs that showcase some of the most jaw-dropping locations on our planet. With more than 80,000 index entries, this revised 10th edition of Reference World Atlas is an essential educational tool for homes and schools.

The World Atlas of Street Art and Graffiti

Author: Rafael Schacter
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300199422
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 398

Book Description
DIVAn authoritative guide to the most significant artists, schools, and styles of street art and graffiti around the world/div