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  • Goode's World Atlas

    Rand McNally

    Paperback (Pearson, Aug. 20, 2016)
    For all geography courses. Expand your geographic literacy with the gold standard in academic atlases Goode’s World Atlas by Rand McNally helps students navigate through global and regional landscapes with ease. With color-coded headings and charts, brief introductions to each section, and more than 60 new reference and thematic maps, the 23rd edition gives you a comprehensive view of the world and its changing population and physical characteristics. Available soon in Pearson eText and Pearson Custom Library formats. Goode’s World Atlas has been the world’s premiere educational atlas since 1923, evolving with the world that shapes its content, and allowing for a deeper, more global understanding of geography.
  • World Atlas of Coffee

    James Hoffmann

    Hardcover (Mitchell Beazley, Oct. 6, 2014)
    Coffee has never been better, or more interesting, than it is today. Coffee producers have access to more varieties and techniques than ever before and we, as consumers, can share in that expertise to make sure the coffee we drink is the best we can find. Where coffee comes from, how it was harvested, the roasting process and the water used to make the brew are just a few of the factors that influence the taste of what we drink. Champion barista and coffee roaster James Hoffmann examines these key factors, looking at varieties of coffee, the influence of terroir, how it is harvested and processed, the roasting methods used, through to the way in which the beans are brewed. Country by country - from Bolivia to Zambia - he then identifies key characteristics and the methods that determine the quality of that country's output. Along the way we learn about everything from the development of the espresso machine, to why strength guides on supermarket coffee are really not good news. This is the first book to chart the coffee production of over 35 countries, encompassing knowledge never previously published outside the coffee industry. For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have.
  • Atlas of the World

    Oxford University Press

    Hardcover (Oxford University Press, Nov. 4, 2004)
    Eleven years ago, the first edition of Oxford's Atlas of the World was met with praise for the incredible beauty and accuracy of its maps as well as for its wealth of geographic data, and each successive edition only collects more accolades. The New York Times Book Review called it a "veritable encyclopedia of geographic and demographic information, profusely illustrated with multicolored maps and graphs," and the Baltimore Sun exclaimed that the newest edition was nothing less than "a magnificently produced example of quality publishing." Replete with 67 maps of cities worldwide, the 12th edition charts the key urban centers of each continent from Athens, Greece (including its new airport) to Wellington, New Zealand. As in past editions, the Atlas has been completely updated to reflect the changing world around us. Refined name forms in Malaysia and South Africa, the addition of a new state in Indonesia, extra name detail in the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans and dozens of other improvements make this the most reliable atlas on the market. The unique Gazetteer of Countries adds a yet another quick reference tool to a book already teeming with useful information. Several new features further enhance the 12th edition. Interstate and state highways are now shown throughout North America, putting the overall precision and clarity of the book well ahead of the competition. A Glossary of Geographical Terms will be an enormous asset to those unfamiliar with foreign terminology while the colorful Introduction to World Geography--redesigned and beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs--provides informative summaries of topics as diverse as climate, global warming, plate tectonics, international conflicts, agriculture, trade, and population. What's more, detailed explanatory captions accompany the section of full-page satellite images that Library Journal called "stunning." Offering the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World sets the standard in atlas quality, living up to its reputation as an "indispensable reference," granted by NBC's Weekend Today Show.
  • Atlas of the World

    Oxford University Press

    Hardcover (Oxford University Press, Nov. 1, 2017)
    The only world atlas updated annually, guaranteeing that users will find the most current geographic information, Oxford's Atlas of the World is the most authoritative atlas on the market. Full of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globe, the Atlas is filled with maps of cities and regions at carefully selected scales that give a striking view of the Earth's surface. It opens with a fascinating look at world statistics, a six-page special on "Land and Maritime Boudaries," and satellite images of earth, including 8-10 stunning new images sourced from NASA's latest Earth Observation Satellite, Landsat 8, launched in 2013. The extraordinarily extensive front matter continues with a "Gazetteer of Nations" that has been comprehensively checked and updated to include recent economic and political changes, and a 48-page "Introduction to World Geography," beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs on numerous topics of geographic significance, such as climate change, world religions, employment, industry, tourism, and travel. The hundreds of city and world maps that form the body of the Atlas have been thoroughly updated for this 24th edition.Providing the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World is not only the best-selling volume of its size and price, but also the benchmark by which all other atlases are measured.
  • Merriam-Webster's Student Atlas

    Inc. Merriam-Webster

    Paperback (Merriam-Webster, April 16, 2006)
    New Title! A colorful, engaging world atlas ideal for home or classroom especially designed for students in grades 5-9. Packed with full-color maps, photographs, and easy-to-use charts and graphs. Includes thematic maps of continental drift, the ocean floor, the environment and natural resources, as well as a special Map Skills section introducing key geography concepts.
  • Atlas of the World

    Oxford University Press

    Hardcover (Oxford University Press, Oct. 1, 2014)
    The only world atlas updated annually, guaranteeing that users will find the most current geographic information, Oxford's Atlas of the World is the most authoritative atlas on the market. Full of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globe, the Atlas is filled with maps of cities and regions at carefully selected scales that give a striking view of the Earth's surface. It opens with a fascinating look at world statistics, a six-page special on "The Future of the Oceans and Seas," and satellite images of earth, including eleven stunning new images sourced from NASA's latest Earth Observation Satellite, Landsat 8, launched in 2013. The extraordinarily extensive front matter continues with a "Gazetteer of Nations" that has been comprehensively checked and updated to include recent economic and political changes, and a 48-page "Introduction to World Geography," beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs on numerous topics of geographic significance, such as the geology and atmosphere of Earth, food and water supply, biodiversity, energy, global conflict, human health, and standards of living. The hundreds of city and world maps that form the body of the Atlas have been thoroughly updated for this 21st edition.Providing the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World is not only the best-selling volume of its size and price, but also the benchmark by which all other atlases are measured.New to this Edition:� Eleven stunning new satellite images, all sourced from NASA's latest Earth Observation Satellite, Landsat 8, launched in 2013� Fact panels, flags and text comprehensively checked and updated to include recent economic and political changes� Climate Change and Global Warming spread updated in line with findings from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change� Updates to the depiction of the borders between Crimea and Ukraine, and between Crimea and Russia� Politically-colored maps of Crimea show disputed borders� New graphics on rising sea-levels and Arctic sea ice� New feature on the value of ecosystems� Adds museums; Hermitage, Spaarpotten, and Allard Pierson in Amsterdam, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Neues Museum in Berlin, Gulbenkian Museum in Lisbon, Design Museum and Saatchi Gallery in London, and the P�rez Art Museum in Miami� Adds new subway stations in Beijing, Budapest, and Delhi� Adds light railway in Jerusalem and tram route in Edinburgh� Renames Budapest International Airport� Shows changes to street names in Cape Town (eg Nelson Mandela Boulevard)� Adds new road tunnel in Istanbul joining Asia and Europe� Adds new suburb name Hudson Yards and High Line elevated garden in New York� Adds extra suburb names to Atlanta, Seoul, and Toronto� Shows new suburbs and areas of reclaimed land to Singapore� Shows Hornindalsvatnet in Norway, Europe's deepest lake� Adds new national parks; Sierra de Guadarrama in Spain, Gallipoli in Turkey, and Kumbhalgarh in Rajasthan, India� Shows reduced extent of Lake Urmia in Iran and Lake Razzaza in Iraq� Shows major new rail links between Iran and Kazakhstan and between Iran and Azerbaijan� Adds the world's most northerly railway line in the Yamal Peninsula, Russia� Adds Longtan Reservoir in Southern China and Tekeze Reservoir in Ethiopia� Shows new provinces; Monza and Brianza in Northern Italy, Davao Occidental in the Philippines, Kalimantan Utara in Indonesia, Rangpur in Bangladesh, Alborz in Iran, and Jiwaka and Hela in Papua New Guinea� Adds major new ports; Ambarli in Turkey, Songdo in South Korea, Laem Chabang in Thailand, Johor Port in Malaysia, Ra's Al Khair in Saudi Arabia, Morgan's Port in Texas, and Itaguai near Rio de Janeiro� Names new cities Iskandar, Malaysia and Masdar City, near Abu Dhabi� Adds new resorts in Southwest Burma - Chaungtha and Ngwesaung� Shows Telangana in regional type, pending ratification of statehood by Indian Congress� Adds new high speed rail lines under construction between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, and between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo� Shows rail under construction between Kaduna and Abuja, Nigeria� Shows new administrative subdivisions in Oman, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, and Madagascar� Shows major ore exporting ports; Cape Lambert in Western Australia and Puerto Bolivar in Colombia� Shows new heights for Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount McKinley (Denali)� Names world's largest extinct volcano the Tamu Massif, Northwest Pacific� Adds regional names Kitikmeot, Kivalliq, Nunavik, and Nunatsiavut in Northern Canada� Shows Algodones Dunes in Southern California
  • World Atlas

    DK Publishing

    Hardcover (DK, Aug. 15, 2005)
    More than 450 meticulously detailed full-color maps highlight a revised and updated new edition of the popular atlas, which also includes an index/gazetteer; more than eight hundred full-color photographs; information on world history, culture, commerce, language, and religion; and numerous helpful captions.
  • Great World Atlas

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    Hardcover (Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd, )
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  • Atlas of the World

    Oxford University Press

    Hardcover (Oxford University Press, Oct. 1, 2009)
    The only world atlas updated annually, guaranteeing that users will find the most current geographic information, Oxford's Atlas of the World is the most authoritative resource on the market. The Sixteenth Edition remains the finest international reference source of its kind available. Including new census information, dozens of city maps, gorgeous satellite images of Earth, and a geographical glossary, this atlas offers exceptional value at a reasonable price. Full of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globe, the Atlas has maps of 69 cities and nearly 100 different regions at carefully selected scales that give a striking view of the Earth's surface. Opening with world statistics and a colorful, instructive 48-page Introduction to World Geography--beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs--this acclaimed resource provides details on such topics as climate, the greenhouse effect, plate tectonics, agriculture, population and migration, and global conflicts. As in years past, this edition includes the latest geographic information. The popular satellite image section has been refreshed with stunning new images of different regions and urban areas. A completely updated Gazetteer of Nations provides an invaluable A-Z reference of concise country profiles, including statistics on economies, politics, and historical profiles. Providing the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World is not only the best-selling volume of its size and price, but also the benchmark by which all other atlases are measured. · Interior pages designed for heightened accuracy and ease of use · Detailed city plans and country profiles make it the ultimate geographic reference The Design Oxford's Atlas of the World is a sturdy, high-quality, large-format book that is filled with crisp cartography, spectacular satellite imagery, and a wealth of information on changing conditions around the planet. The Special Sections Oxford's Atlas of the World provides an extensive intro to World Geography, up-to-date information on current events of geographical significance, captioned satellite images of the Earth, facts and figures on every sovereign state, and detailed coverage of 69 major urban areas. The Quality of Information Oxford's Atlas of the World is the only world atlas that is updated annually, guaranteeing that users will find the most current geographic information. It is the most authoritative resource on the market and offers the most current global information available today through a combination of statistics, maps, and photographs. The History Oxford University Press is known around the world for excellence, tradition, and innovation. The Atlas of the World is the best-selling volume of its size and price and the esteemed benchmark by which all other atlases are measured. The Price You receive a lavish, top-quality product at an excellent price that is comparable or lower than the main competitors.
  • Student Atlas

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    Paperback (DK, )
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  • Reference Atlas

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    Hardcover (DK, )
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  • Atlas of the World

    Oxford

    Hardcover (Oxford University Press, Oct. 15, 2008)
    Oxford's Atlas of the World is the most authoritative resource on the market. The Fifteenth Edition remains the finest international reference source of its kind available. Including a free world wall map in every volume, updated census information, dozens of city maps, a gazetteer of nations, gorgeous satellite images of Earth, and a geographical glossary, this atlas offers exceptional value at a reasonable price. Full of crisp, clear cartography of urban areas and virtually uninhabited landscapes around the globe, the Atlas has maps of 69 cities and nearly 100 different regions at carefully selected scales to give a striking view of the Earth's surface. Opening with world statistics and then a colorful, instructive 48-page Introduction to World Geography--beautifully illustrated with tables and graphs--this acclaimed resource provides details on such topics as climate, the greenhouse effect, plate tectonics, agriculture, population and migration, and global conflicts. As in years past, this edition includes the latest geographic information: a new flag for Iraq, the addition of the Republic of Kosovo to the map of Europe, a new region in Senegal and two provinces in the Philippines, plus the appearance of the world's newest landmass, Warming Island, revealed by the melting Greenland ice sheet. Current census statistics also help to illustrate tables showing the population of world countries and cities and the popular satellite image section has been refreshed with stunning new images of different regions and urban areas. Providing the finest global coverage available, the Atlas of the World is not only the best-selling volume of its size and price, but also the benchmark by which all other atlases are measured. *Promotional world wall map included with every copy *Interior pages designed for heightened accuracy and ease of use *Detailed city plans and country profiles make it the ultimate geographic reference "An indispensable reference." --The Today Show "A veritable encyclopedia of geographic and demographic information, profusely illustrated. Extraordinary." --The New York Times "This authoritative volume is the standard by which others will be measured." --Boston Herald "You can't do better than the Atlas of the World." --Chicago Tribune