Books with title Encyclopedia of Geography

Children will find this comprehensive, and visually exciting encyclopedia gathers the essential geographical, physical, and cultural information they need for school assignments in one convenient and easy-to-use source.Illustrated with more than 1,500 photographs, maps and flags, this stunning volume covers all the world's 192 countries, including dependencies and islands. The authoritative and clearly laid out text, fascinating maps, and up-to-the-minute facts, will help children acquire essential geographical knowledge and expand their understanding of how people live in many different parts of the world. With its country-by-country layout, a glossary, index and a reference section at the back of the book, this new encyclopedia is an exciting reference book for the whole family.

Mother Theresa. Princess Diana. Tom Clancy. Johnnie Cochran. Betty Shabazz. These are just a few of the people youll find biographical information on in the Encyclopedia of World Biography. Originally published in 1973 by McGraw Hill, this 17-vol. authoritative set is entirely revised and updated - the first complete revision in 25 years. Heres what youll find in this admired biographical reference source: 17 volumes with almost 7, 000 entries -- 40 percent more than the 1973 set Approximately 400 new entries -- with more multicultural coverage Thousands of high-resolution photographs -- designed to produce clearer photocopies Updated entries and bibliographies -- includes new developments since the last edition as well as newly discovered facts and interpretations of historical figures Easy-to-use page format -- straightforward reference to satisfy students and patrons Multi-access, consolidated index -- makes it easier to search than ever before And much moreNote: The e-book version of this authoritative set includes not only the 17 vols. in the 2nd Edition, but annual supplement volumes 18-23 - all in one convenient collection. All of the photographs from the 2nd Edition and supplement volumes 18-23 are included.While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for de