National Geographic Concise Atlas of the World, 5th edition: Authoritative and complete, with more than 200 maps and illustrations
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Expert, up-to-date maps of the world, every continent, and the United States include physical and political details and boundaries, key data for each continent, plus flags and facts for every country, enhanced with representative photographs portraying themes and regions. Additionally, maps and data-based graphics visualize the timely issues of our day, such as population trends, climatic conditions, health, and economics. A special section on space includes maps of Earth’s moon and Mars, as well as diagrams of the solar system, the universe, and exploratory missions. Large-format pages allow for copious detail; a sturdy softcover format promises a long shelf life; and a comprehensive place-name index enables quick and easy searches. This newest edition of the Concise Atlas of the World brings National Geographic’s award-winning cartography into everyone’s reach.
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About this book
The fifth edition of the National Geographic Concise Atlas of the World is a large-format reference containing over 250 maps, graphics, and illustrations. Its coverage spans every continent and includes both physical and political details for countries worldwide, along with flags and basic national data. The United States receives its own dedicated section. Each continental spread is accompanied by key geographic and demographic figures, and representative photographs help place regions in visual context.
Beyond standard political and physical maps, the atlas presents data-driven graphics on subjects such as population trends, climate conditions, public health, and economics. A separate space section extends the scope off-planet, with surface maps of the Moon and Mars, diagrams of the solar system and the wider universe, and information on exploratory missions. The book uses a softcover binding designed for durability and includes a comprehensive place-name index for locating specific sites quickly.
The maps draw on National Geographic's cartographic work, which has a long history stretching back to the organization's founding in the late 1800s. This edition aims to keep country boundaries, data sets, and thematic content current, making it a general-purpose desk reference rather than a specialist tool.
