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Featuring more than six hundred maps, this reference combines the visual detail of an atlas with a comprehensive narrative of world history from ancient times to the present
Quiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games. This e-book is best viewed on Kindle Fire in landscape view to optimise your experience. The ultimate geographical challenge from the world’s leading atlas makers. World mapping quizzes and puzzles to test how well you know your countries, flags and capital cities
Contains large full color plates and commentary on each map or set of maps. Includes approximately 600 maps covering the date span of 3000 BCE to 1975.
Originally published in 1982, this atlas of world history - like its parent volume, 'The Times' Atlas of World History - combines original maps with text, and offers a comprehensive view of the story of humanity. From the emergence of the first hominids five million years ago to the collapse of the Soviet Union, the full sweep of human history is covered. This atlas makes a companion for anyone who seeks to understand the past, and is useful as a reference for all who study and enjoy history.
The Times History of the World is an enduring classic of world publishing. First published in 1978, this remarkable book has changed our way of viewing history. It brings the drama of history to the page in a way often imitated but never matched. The New Edition marks the most radical and comprehensive revision of the book since its original publication. Every spread has been redesigned and rewritten, every map and chart extensively reviewed and updated. There is expanded treatment of China, Japan and southeast Asia from the earliest civilizations to today's rapidly evolving regions. The coverage of the United States has been strengthened to allow more material on the post-War period while that on the 20th century has been reorganized to reflect new historical perspectives and the dramatic events of this turbulent century. The result is a work unequalled in its authority, quality and imagination, a masterly overview of the endlessly absorbing story of humanity. Page by page, continent by continent, era by era, the full sweep of human history is revealed in enthralling detail. * Over 520 computer-generated colour maps * Contributions from over 100 leading historians from around the
MAPS, CHARTS & ATLASES. A fully revised and updated twelfth edition of this major world atlas in the authoritative and prestigious Times Atlas range. This beautifully designed atlas has all the information you need, whether planning a trip, keeping in touch with world news, solving quizzes and crosswords or just exploring the world from your armchair. Comprehensive reference mapping provides an amazingly detailed view of the world, and the illustrated thematic content covers the most important geographical issues of the day, making this atlas a valuable addition to any reference collection.
"This exquisitely updated edition of National Geographic's popular and reader-friendly Family Reference Atlas features authoritative maps, detailed artwork, and explanatory graphics... In these richly illustrated pages, every country in the world is represented by a detailed map within its geographical context and also its flag, key statistics, and secondary maps with environmental and population information. Special sections feature maps and facts about the ocean, the solar system, and the universe beyond. Newsworthy topics from climate change and human migration to languages and digital connectivity are explained in maps, graphics, and photos."--
Our world as it is today in one beautiful volume. Fully updated mapping with over 200,000 place names. World topics include migration, health and resources. The 16th edition of The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World has been fully updated. At 45 cm high, this impressive large-scale atlas will become a treasured possession. It is a benchmark of cartographic excellence, trusted by governments, media and international organizations as well as being a trusted reference source for households.
A completely revised edition of this popular, small format atlas in the authoritative and highly respected Times range. fully up to date to give an accurate picture of today's world. The atlas now includes a new map of the world's physical features. Detailed reference maps in the distinctive and respected Times style provide balanced, systematic coverage of all parts of the world. Each continent is introduced by a political map showing individual countries, followed by regional maps showing in detail towns and cities, roads, railways, international boundaries and topography. The introductory section presents a fully revised and up-to-date guide to the states and territories of the world with national flags and statistics on area and population, as well as details of languages, religions and currencies. Thematic maps and statistics on major world themes, including population, climate and communications have been updated to give a complete picture of the world today. The index includes references to over 25,000 place names. format, retaining the authority, style and detail of the larger atlases in the range.
