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Product Identifiers
PublisherNational Geographic Maps
ISBN-101597751154
ISBN-139781597751155
eBay Product ID (ePID)204390788
Product Key Features
Number of Pages1 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameWorld-National Geographic : Reference Map of the World's Most Famous Shipwreck
Publication Year2021
SubjectReference, Science, Earth Sciences / Geography, Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps (See Also Travel / Maps & Road Atlases)
TypeMap
AuthorNational Geographic Maps-Reference, National Geographic Maps Staff
SeriesNational Geographic Reference Map Ser.
FormatMap, Other
Dimensions
Item Weight6.6 Oz
Item Length32.3 in
Item Width2.2 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2021
Intended AudienceTrade
IllustratedYes
SynopsisThe National Geographic political world map is the perfect addition to any home, business or school. This version offers a new perspective, featuring the Pacific Ocean at the centre of the map. The world is laid out in bright, easy-to-read colours and fonts, as well as rich detail, thousands of place names and borders drawn with the utmost accuracy. Scale 1:36,384,000. Laminated. 117 x 76.2 cm., Expertly researched and designed, National Geographic's World Wall Map is the authoritative map of the world by which other reference maps are measured. Product Features: Signature Classic style map with bright, easy to read color palette with blue oceans and colorful borders Unique Pacific-centered view accentuates the Pacific Rim and focuses on Asia, Oceania, and the full breadth of the Pacific Ocean. Background shows mountain ranges and valleys in subtle shaded relief with mountain ranges labeled Major water bodies including rivers, lakes, glaciers, oceans, seas, gulfs, bays, straits, and bathymetry Clearly defined international boundaries , cities, islands, airports, and physical features Thousands of place names carefully and artfully placed to maintain legibility in heavily populated areas Up-to-date international boundaries and territorial control reflect de facto status on the ground Meticulously researched using multiple authoritative sources including the U.N., U.S. Board on Geographic Names, and policies of individual governments. Accurate place names use a combination of conventional English names, official national names, and standard transliterations for non-Latin alphabets. Drawn in Winkel Tripel projection with distortions minimized unlike other World maps (e.g. Greenland is shown the same size as Argentina, not South America) Corner inset maps feature vegetation, land use, population density, and north and south polar regions The map is encapsulated in heavy-duty 1.6 mil laminate which makes the paper much more durable and resistant to the swelling and shrinking caused by changes in humidity. Laminated maps can be framed without the need for glass, so the frames can be much lighter and less expensive. Map Scale = 1:29,820,000 Sheet Size = 46" x 30.5", National Geographic's World map is the standard by which all other reference maps are measured. The World map is meticulously researched and adheres to National Geographic's convention of making independent, apolitical decisions based on extensive research using multiple authoritative source. The signature Classic style map uses a bright, easy to read color palette featuring blue oceans and stunning shaded relief that has been featured on National Geographic wall maps for over 75 years. The Pacific Centered World map employs a unique view to accentuate the Pacific Rim, and focuses on Oceania and Asia and while showing the entire breadth of the Pacific Ocean. Drawn in the Winkel Tripel projection, distortions are minimized and unlike many other World maps, Greenland is show the same size as Argentina and not as the size of all of South America. Thousands of place names are carefully and artistically placed on the map to maintain legibility even in the heavily populated ares of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Details include clearly defined international boundaries, cities, physical features, rivers, and ocean floor features. Corner inset maps feature vegetation and land use, and population density as well as the north and south polar regions. The map is encapsulated in heavy-duty 1.6 mil laminate which makes the paper much more durable and resistant to the swelling and shrinking caused by changes in humidity. Laminated maps can be framed without the need for glass, so the fames can be much lighter and less expensive. Map Scale = 1:36,384,000 Sheet Size = 46" x 30.5"
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- Sep 07, 2021
Great Pacific centered map!
Needed a map that show the Pacific Ocean in the center. Looks great came in god condition.Verified purchase: Yes
- May 13, 2019
Good Deal
Good quality and value.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
