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Product Identifiers
PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100199751285
ISBN-139780199751280
eBay Product ID (ePID)84508825
Product Key Features
Number of Pages448 Pages
Publication NameAtlas of the World: Seventeenth Edition
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
SubjectAtlases, Gazetteers & Maps (See Also Travel / Maps & Road Atlases), Référence
TypeMap
AuthorNot Available
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight278.7 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width14.6 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number17
Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"Fascinating, top-of-the-line. Highly recommended." --Library Journal "Besides an immense compendium of maps, it's something of a world almanac and encyclopedia of geography, offering myriad stats on hundreds of countries in the world. I find it admirable that Oxford doesn't try to hedge its ink-and-paper bet by throwing in a redundant DVD or CD of the sort we've come to expect from many reference guides." --Craig Silver, Forbes.com "The new Oxford Atlas of the World, besides featuring maps of the entire world, is also home to some amazing photography, taken from high above the Earth's surface." --GOOD Magazine.com "This large and high-quality book isn't just a dry compilation of maps, it also provides an overview of many important topics like global food production, energy production, the atmosphere and climate change, how the oceans work, etc. A great learning experience." --Treehugger.com "Great and useful to have." --Eric Alterman, TheNation.com"Fascinating. Dazzling." --Entertainment Weekly "Wondrous." --The Seattle Times"Everything about this reference work is top-notch, from the full-color satellite images to the comprehensive indexing...Librarians looking to update a general reference atlas collection won't go wrong with this useful and attractive volume." --School Library Journal, "Fascinating, top-of-the-line. Highly recommended." -- Library Journal "Besides an immense compendium of maps, it's something of a world almanac and encyclopedia of geography, offering myriad stats on hundreds of countries in the world. I find it admirable that Oxford doesn't try to hedge its ink-and-paper bet by throwing in a redundant DVD or CD of the sort we've come to expect from many reference guides." --Craig Silver, Forbes.com "The new Oxford Atlas of the World , besides featuring maps of the entire world, is also home to some amazing photography, taken from high above the Earth's surface." --GOOD Magazine.com "This large and high-quality book isn't just a dry compilation of maps, it also provides an overview of many important topics like global food production, energy production, the atmosphere and climate change, how the oceans work, etc. A great learning experience." --Treehugger.com, "Fascinating, top-of-the-line. Highly recommended." --Library Journal "Besides an immense compendium of maps, it's something of a world almanac and encyclopedia of geography, offering myriad stats on hundreds of countries in the world. I find it admirable that Oxford doesn't try to hedge its ink-and-paper bet by throwing in a redundant DVD or CD of the sort we've come to expect from many reference guides." --Craig Silver, Forbes.com "The new OxfordAtlas of the World, besides featuring maps of the entire world, is also home to some amazing photography, taken from high above the Earth's surface." --GOOD Magazine.com "This large and high-quality book isn't just a dry compilation of maps, it also provides an overview of many important topics like global food production, energy production, the atmosphere and climate change, how the oceans work, etc. A great learning experience." --Treehugger.com "Great and useful to have." --Eric Alterman, TheNation.com "Fascinating. Dazzling." --Entertainment Weekly
IllustratedYes
Table Of ContentForeword User Guide World Statistics Images of Earth Gazetteer of Nations World Geography World Cities World Maps Geographical Glossary Index to World Maps
SynopsisThe 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. 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 numerous topics of geographic significance, such as climate change, biodiversity, energy, and landforms. New to this edition: -"Will the World Run Out of Food?" discussing world food distribution based on data collected by Rothamsted Research -A look at world shipping piracy and the effects on the World Food Programme -Stunning new satellite images of Port-au-Prince, Denver, and Kabul -Updated maps showing the World Financial Center in Shanghai, international airports in India and South Africa, administrative changes in Iceland and many more. -Completely updated census information The popular satellite image section has been refreshed with stunning new images and maps have been updated throughout. In addition, there have been updates to world statistics tables, the comprehensive index and A-Z Gazetteer of Nations. 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. Praise for Previous Edition: "A veritable encyclopedia of geographic and demographic information, profusely illustrated. Extraordinary." -- The New York Times "You can't do better than the Atlas of the World ." -- Chicago Tribune, 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. 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 numerous topics of geographic significance, such as climate change, biodiversity, energy, and landforms. The popular satellite image section has been refreshed with stunning new images of Denver (clearly showing how the natural barrier of the Rockies affects population spread), Kabul (which shows in vivid detail how that city is encircled by mountains), and Haiti. All census information and country descriptions have been updated to reflect the latest developments around the world. Other new features include a discussion of world food distribution and how this has changed rapidly in recent years, based on data collected by Rothamsted Research, the oldest research station in the world. A new section on world shipping piracy explores the rise in piracy, especially off the coast of Somalia, and the effects on the World Food Programme. Maps throughout have been updated to include such new features as the World Financial Center (the world's third tallest building) in Shanghai, new international airports in India and South Africa, administrative changes in Iceland, Bulgaria, and elsewhere, new national parks in Denmark, and many more.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., The only atlas to be updated annually, Oxford's Atlas of the World is the finest international resource of its kind. The 17th edition includes sections on World Statistics, Images of the Earth, an A-Z Gazetteer of Nations with statistics and country descriptions, an index and glossary, and hundreds of city and world maps. The new edition also includes updated census information, maps, stunning new satellite images, and an entirely new section titled "Will the World Run Out of Food?".
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- Dec 17, 2019
A true treasure for any school or library, or for an armchair world traveler in a home library.
First of all, it's in great shape with very little wear and tear. It is in great condition. I love that it is a hard back very large edition, and in full color. It's something that reminds me of what I would have needed when I was back in high school when I needed a map for a geography or history course. It's so thorough and detailed, and perfect for my needs. I am involved in teaching U.S. and Global History, which often entails a lot of geography and reading political and physical maps. It's perfect, because I find that many classroom teachers only hand out small maps that have been copied time after time and are inadequate for reading clearly. This atlas makes up for it all. What a beautiful book, and so useful in the classroom.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 28, 2018
I love it, great quality
Is a great book a must have for lovers of the atlasVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 12, 2017
Just the book i was looking for, thank you.
Needed an atlas for world info and this book was great. Thank youVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
