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"An excellent world atlas. Very illuminating, good colours, clear texts...good glossary and, last but not least, up-to-date". Amazon customer review· The perfect world atlas for work, study or leisure· Great value for money· 96 pages of authoritative world maps, physical and political· 70 city maps in the fascinating World Cities section, with full-page satellite images for 10 great cities· Over 35,000 place name indexAll this and a special 32-page introductory section - 'The World in Focus' - covers key geographical themes such as the Earth's position in the Solar System, the structure of the Earth, climate and weather, the environment, population, resources, economics and international organizations. Vital information on topics covered in geography, humanities and economics courses.The information-packed World Atlas from Philip's, published in association with the Royal Geographical Society has been fully updated for this new, 2021 edition

"An excellent world atlas. Very illuminating, good colours, clear texts...good glossary and, last but not least, up-to-date". Amazon customer review· The market-leading world atlas for work, study or leisure· Great value for money and top seller on Bookscan in this price range. · 96 pages of authoritative world maps, physical and political· 70 city maps in the fascinating World Cities section, with full-page satellite images for 10 great cities· Over 35,000 place name indexAll this and a special 32-page introductory section - 'The World in Focus' - covers key geographical themes such as the Earth's position in the Solar System, the structure of the Earth, climate and weather, the environment, population, resources, economics and international organizations. Vital information on topics covered in geography, humanities and economics courses.The information-packed World Atlas from Philip's, published in association with the Royal Geographical Society has been fully updated for this new 2021 edition.

The 11th edition of the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas has been fully revised and updated with all the latest facts and curriculum requirements. - The essential atlas for primary schools with clear and easy-to-follow maps and diagrams - updated for 2021/22- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum - and all 7-11 year olds - An excellent introduction to mapping concepts such as scale, direction, symbols, longitude and latitude- 22-page Britain and Ireland section with clear thematic charts, diagrams and large-scale regional maps- 22-page section on The World, with political maps - and thematic treatment of key themes, from volcanoes and earthquakes to transport and tourism- Continents section with physical and political maps- Easy-to-follow map references and 1,000-place indexThe market-leading atlas for pupils at primary schools, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas is a stimulating and authoritative first introduction to the world of maps, and is recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum.The introductory section describes the meaning of scale, how to measure distances using the maps, and explains the symbols on the maps.The following section is devoted to the United Kingdom and Ireland. Thematic maps cover topics such as mountains and rivers, climate and weather, population and cities, farming and fishing, industry and energy, transport, tourism and conservation. Regional maps of England and Wales, Scotland and Ireland complete this section.The rest of the atlas is made up of world thematic maps and world continental maps. Included are topics such as the world's climate, vegetation, agriculture, energy sources, and environmental concerns, such as global warming. A simple letter-figure index completes the atlas - a useful introduction to help the young reader find his/her way around the maps. Available in both hardback and paperback editions.

"This is such a great book for primary school age children and a little beyond for finding out about the world, its countries and people" Amazon customer review- Philip's atlas, designed specially to use at home and at school with guidance for parents and teachers- Clear maps and fascinating facts bring geography to life for readers aged 7-12- Published by Philip's the UK's leading school atlas publisher, in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Quizzes, activity ideas and puzzles to make learning fun- Past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geographyThe atlas is organized spread by spread in the classic sequence: first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, Australia and Oceania, North America and South America.Illustrated with captivating full-colour photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and quiz questions, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand.Now in its 16th edition, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is a past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geography. The atlas was judged "an excellent 'all round' children's atlas with simple yet well-designed maps, well-illustrated with colour photographs. It links places to issues, events and real people, giving a clear sense of place."

- Britain's best-selling school atlas - now in its 100th edition- Recommended for Key Stage 4, GCSE and A-level in England and Wales (Scottish National Qualifications/Highers) and international schools.- Fully updated to reflect the latest changes in the curriculum- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Combines superb digital maps of Britain and the world with up-to-date thematic maps across a wide range of topics- Essential learning including political, physical, climate and thematic mapping- Country-by-country statistics on population, land use, trade, tourism, energy, wealth and much more - World Themes Section - from volcanoes and earthquakes to population trends, languages and religions, all the key aspects and statistics of geography are explored and explained- Plus a special section on how satellite imagery is used to interpret global, environmental and urban patterns of change Britain's best-selling secondary school atlas, now in its 100th Edition. The contents are divided into sections for ease of use, with each page colour-coded for rapid reference. It contains clear explanations of scale, latitude and longitude, map projections and Geographical Information Systems (GIS).The physical maps of the United Kingdom and Ireland are accompanied by thematic maps on numerous key social and economic themes. The middle section is made up of World topographical maps, incorporating continental thematic maps on topics such as climate, population and economics, followed by 30 pages of World thematic maps.Completing the atlas is a section of World social and economic statistics, accompanied by the index to the topographical maps in the atlas, showing letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude co-ordinates.Available in both hardback and paperback formats, Philip's Modern School Atlas 100th Edition is an unbeatable combination of highly detailed physical mapping backed up by numerous tables and enlightening thematic maps.

'The best educational book for secondary school kids' - Daily Mirror- The ideal school atlas for Key Stage 3 pupils and Scotland's National Qualifications., 11-14 years old- All updated for 2021-2022 specifically to meet curriculum needs- Specially focused 16-page UK and Ireland section- Comprehensive 62-page world section includes thematic maps on the environment, climate change, people, quality of life, and energy- Published in association with the Royal Geographical SocietyPhilip's RGS Essential School Atlas has been specially created for lower-secondary geography students (11-14 year olds). The maps have been carefully designed to be uncluttered and easy to read, containing specially selected place names and detail. A clear set of symbols and scale information accompanies every map, with a useful introductory section covering basic atlas skills, including aerial photographs and satellite images to further explain particular features on the maps. Latitude and longitude co-ordinates are included in the index, alongside figure-letter references. Fully up-to-date, the atlas includes detailed regional maps, charts and satellite images of Europe, Italy, the Middle East, China, Japan, Kenya, USA, Brazil, and the Arctic and Antarctica. It also focuses on areas of special interest for students of geography, such as Japan's volcanoes and earthquakes, conservation in Kenya, and water supply in the USA.Philip's RGS Essential School Atlas is ideal for special project work and is available in both hardback and paperback editions.

A new edition of the market-leading atlas for CXC Geography students, Philip's Caribbean Atlas for Secondary Schools provides extensive coverage of the Caribbean area, together with a comprehensive selection of world and regional maps. The atlas is arranged in three sections for ease of use, with each page colour-coded for rapid reference. The first section is devoted to a detailed coverage of the Caribbean region in 48 pages, and includes maps of every island plus Belize and Guyana, as well as topographical, land use, tourism and mining maps.The second section is made up of 72 pages of World topographical maps, incorporating continental thematic maps on topics such as population, climate and biomes, followed by 32 pages of World thematic maps. This new 8th edition features updated mapping of all Caribbean islands, as well as the latest statistics. The World map section contains additional coverage of Brazil, the Americas and Asia, while the World thematic section includes maps on volcanoes, El Niño, tourism, energy, minerals, industry, trade and international organizations.Completing the atlas is a section of CXC study maps covering topics such as farming, soil conservation, economics, tourism and urban land use. Features regional studies of Mauritius, UK, Canada, USA and Brazil.The index gives letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude co-ordinates.

Packed with the latest statistics and filled with clear cartography, the Philip's RGS Atlas of the World gives a striking view of the Earth's surface and its many complexities and treasures."This atlas brilliantly captures what a precious and impressive place we live in." Michael Palin" Beautifully put together, lavishly laid out. In a word - sumptuous!" Tim Marshall author of Power of Geography"A veritable encyclopaedia of geographic and demographic information, profusely illustrated... Extraordinary." The New York TimesNearly 200 pages of fully revised ultra-clear maps and satellite imagery reveal the full shape of Earth's surface.This edition includes the special feature, 'Biodiversity on the Brink', which examines threats such as habitat destruction and climate change. The extensive front section contains a Gazetteer of Nations that has been comprehensively checked and updated to include recent economic and political changes. New for this edition is an illustrated guide on the whole world's essential physical facts - the highest peaks, longest rivers, deepest oceans, etc - an at-a-glance reference for all.Updated World Geography section includes new maps on urbanization, vital health issues (alcohol consumption and prevalence of tobacco use). World city plans: 70 of the world's greatest cities shown in detail with locations of prominent public buildings and largest museums and galleries.

Written for 5 to 7 year-old this atlas is ideal for teaching Key Stage 1, helping to cover geography, history, science, citizenship and literacy requirements- Written by experts Professor David Wright and Rachel Noonan- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- 50 pages of clear, child-friendly maps showing our world today- Countries of the world brought to life with flags, illustrations and photos- Bold text, simple words and short sentences to encourage reading skills- Starts with the Earth as a Planet then zooms into each of the world's regions with maps and illustrations- Numbered balloons on each map link to photos of a real placeFully revised and updated, the atlas is for children aged 5-7 in the early stages of reading, with simple text to explain what is happening on the maps and illustrations - all compatible with National Curriculum Key Stage 1.Clear, child-friendly maps are combined with vibrant photographs and facts about the world. Guidance is given at the beginning of the atlas on how to use the maps, encouraging the early development of map skills. Each colourful spread is illustrated with photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and simple quiz questions. Philip's RGS Infant School Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand. The text is simple and uncomplicated to encourage early reading skills.

The 12th edition of the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas has been fully revised and updated with all the latest facts and curriculum requirements.- The essential atlas for primary schools with clear and easy-to-follow maps and diagrams - updated for 2024/2025- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum - and all 7-11 year olds - An excellent introduction to mapping concepts such as scale, direction, symbols, longitude and latitude- 22-page Britain and Ireland section with clear thematic charts, diagrams and large-scale regional maps- 22-page section on The World, with political maps - and thematic treatment of key themes, from volcanoes and earthquakes to transport and tourism- Continents section with physical and political maps- Easy-to-follow map references and 1,000-place indexThe introductory section describes the meaning of scale, how to measure distances using the maps, and explains the symbols on the maps.The following section is devoted to the United Kingdom and Ireland. Thematic maps cover topics such as mountains and rivers, climate and weather, population and cities, farming and fishing, industry and energy, transport, tourism and conservation. The rest of the atlas is made up of world thematic maps and world continental maps. Included are topics such as the world's climate, vegetation, agriculture, energy sources, and environmental concerns, such as global warming. A simple letter-figure index completes the atlas. Available in both Hardback and Paperback editions.

The 12th edition of the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas has been fully revised and updated with all the latest facts and curriculum requirements.- The essential atlas for primary schools with clear and easy-to-follow maps and diagrams - updated for 2024/2025- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum - and all 7-11 year olds - An excellent introduction to mapping concepts such as scale, direction, symbols, longitude and latitude- 22-page Britain and Ireland section with clear thematic charts, diagrams and large-scale regional maps- 22-page section on The World, with political maps - and thematic treatment of key themes, from volcanoes and earthquakes to transport and tourism- Continents section with physical and political maps- Easy-to-follow map references and 1,000-place indexThe introductory section describes the meaning of scale, how to measure distances using the maps, and explains the symbols on the maps.The following section is devoted to the United Kingdom and Ireland. Thematic maps cover topics such as mountains and rivers, climate and weather, population and cities, farming and fishing, industry and energy, transport, tourism and conservation. The rest of the atlas is made up of world thematic maps and world continental maps. Included are topics such as the world's climate, vegetation, agriculture, energy sources, and environmental concerns, such as global warming. A simple letter-figure index completes the atlas. Available in both Hardback and Paperback editions.

"This is such a great book for primary school age children and a little beyond for finding out about the world, its countries and people" customer review- Philip's atlas, designed specially to use at home and at school with guidance for parents and teachers- Clear maps and fascinating facts bring geography to life for readers aged 7-12- Published by Philip's in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Quizzes, activity ideas and puzzles to make learning fun- Past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geographyThe atlas is organized spread by spread in the classic sequence: first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, Australia and Oceania, North America and South America. Illustrated with captivating full-colour photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and quiz questions, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand.Now in its 17th edition, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is a past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geography. The atlas was judged "an excellent 'all round' children's atlas with simple yet well-designed maps, well-illustrated with colour photographs. It links places to issues, events and real people, giving a clear sense of place."

"This is such a great book for primary school age children and a little beyond for finding out about the world, its countries and people" customer review- Philip's atlas, designed to use at home and at school with guidance for parents and teachers- Clear maps and fascinating facts bring geography to life for readers aged 7-12- Published by Philip's in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Quizzes, activity ideas and puzzles to make learning fun- Past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geographyThe atlas is organized spread by spread in the classic sequence: first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, Australia and Oceania, North America and South America. Illustrated with captivating full-colour photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and quiz questions, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand.Now in its 17th edition, Philip's RGS Children's Atlas is a past winner of the Geographical Association's award for making a significant contribution to geography. The atlas was judged "an excellent 'all round' children's atlas with simple yet well-designed maps, well-illustrated with colour photographs. It links places to issues, events and real people, giving a clear sense of place."

"An excellent world atlas. Very illuminating, good colours, clear texts...good glossary and, last but not least, up-to-date." - customer review- The ideal school atlas for Key Stage 3 pupils and Scotland's National Qualifications, 11-14 years old- All updated for 2024 specifically to meet curriculum needs- Specially focused 16-page UK and Ireland section- Comprehensive 62-page world section includes thematic maps on the environment, climate change, people, quality of life, and energy- Published in association with the Royal Geographical SocietyPhilip's RGS Essential School Atlas has been specially created for lower-secondary geography students (11-14 year olds). The maps have been carefully designed to be uncluttered and easy to read, containing specially selected place names and detail. A clear set of symbols and scale information accompanies every map, with a useful introductory section covering basic atlas skills, including aerial photographs and satellite images to further explain particular features on the maps. Latitude and longitude co-ordinates are included in the index, alongside figure-letter references. Fully up-to-date, the atlas includes detailed regional maps, charts and satellite images of Europe, Italy, the Middle East, China, Japan, Kenya, USA, Brazil, and the Arctic and Antarctica. It also focuses on areas of special interest for students of geography, such as Japan's volcanoes and earthquakes, and conservation in Kenya.Philip's RGS Essential School Atlas is ideal for special project work and is available in both hardback and paperback editions.

"An excellent world atlas. Very illuminating, good colours, clear texts...good glossary and, last but not least, up-to-date." - customer review- The ideal school atlas for Key Stage 3 pupils and Scotland's National Qualifications, 11-14 years old- All updated for 2024 specifically to meet curriculum needs- Specially focused 16-page UK and Ireland section- Comprehensive 62-page world section includes thematic maps on the environment, climate change, people, quality of life, and energy- Published in association with the Royal Geographical SocietyPhilip's RGS Essential School Atlas has been specially created for lower-secondary geography students (11-14 year olds). The maps have been carefully designed to be uncluttered and easy to read, containing specially selected place names and detail. A clear set of symbols and scale information accompanies every map, with a useful introductory section covering basic atlas skills, including aerial photographs and satellite images to further explain particular features on the maps. Latitude and longitude co-ordinates are included in the index, alongside figure-letter references. Fully up-to-date, the atlas includes detailed regional maps, charts and satellite images of Europe, Italy, the Middle East, China, Japan, Kenya, USA, Brazil, and the Arctic and Antarctica. It also focuses on areas of special interest for students of geography, such as Japan's volcanoes and earthquakes, and conservation in Kenya.Philip's RGS Essential School Atlas is ideal for special project work and is available in both hardback and paperback editions.

- Britain's best-selling school atlas - now in its 101st edition- Recommended for Key Stage 4, GCSE and A-Level in England and Wales (Scottish National Qualifications/Highers) and international schools- Fully updated to reflect the latest changes in the curriculum- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Combines superb digital maps of Britain and the world with up-to-date thematic maps - Country-by-country statistics on population, land use, trade, tourism, energy, wealth and much more - World Themes Section - from volcanoes and earthquakes to population trends, languages and religions, all the key aspects and statistics of geography are explored and explained- Plus a special section on how satellite imagery is used to interpret global, environmental and urban patterns of change Britain's best-selling secondary school atlas, now in its 101st Edition. The contents are divided into colour-coded sections for rapid reference. The physical maps of the United Kingdom and Ireland are accompanied by thematic maps on numerous key social and economic themes. World topographical maps, with thematic maps on topics such as climate, population and economics, are followed by 30 pages of World thematic maps.Completing the atlas is a section of World social and economic statistics, and an index with letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude co-ordinates.Available in both hardback and paperback formats, Philip's Modern School Atlas 101st Edition is an unbeatable combination of highly detailed physical mapping backed up by enlightening thematic maps.

- Britain's best-selling school atlas - now in its 101st edition- Recommended for Key Stage 4, GCSE and A-Level in England and Wales (Scottish National Qualifications/Highers) and international schools- Fully updated to reflect the latest changes in the curriculum- Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Combines superb digital maps of Britain and the world with up-to-date thematic maps - Country-by-country statistics on population, land use, trade, tourism, energy, wealth and much more - World Themes Section - from volcanoes and earthquakes to population trends, languages and religions, all the key aspects and statistics of geography are explored and explained- Plus a special section on how satellite imagery is used to interpret global, environmental and urban patterns of change Britain's best-selling secondary school atlas, now in its 101st Edition. The contents are divided into colour-coded sections for rapid reference. The physical maps of the United Kingdom and Ireland are accompanied by thematic maps on numerous key social and economic themes. World topographical maps, with thematic maps on topics such as climate, population and economics, are followed by 30 pages of World thematic maps.Completing the atlas is a section of World social and economic statistics, and an index with letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude co-ordinates.Available in both hardback and paperback formats, Philip's Modern School Atlas 101st Edition is an unbeatable combination of highly detailed physical mapping backed up by enlightening thematic maps.

Packed with the latest statistics and filled with glorious images and cartography, the Philip's RGS Atlas of the World gives a striking view of the Earth's surface and its many complexities and treasures."This atlas brilliantly captures what a precious and impressive place we live in." Michael Palin"Beautifully put together, lavishly laid out. In a word - sumptuous!" Tim Marshall * Following the updated World Statistics, there is a new special feature on: The Great Divide - Rich or Poor?* Images of Earth encapsulate the planet using satellite imagery, with images processed exclusively for this atlas. * The extensive Gazetteer of Nations has been comprehensively revised to include the latest economic and political information.* In World Geography we provide detailed studies of topics ranging from the Universe to Wealth and Standards of Living.* World city plans: 70 of the world's greatest cities are shown in detail with locations of great public buildings and the largest museums and galleries.* For the first time In the World Maps section, we add space launch sites - about 40 sites worldwide. We update the Arctic and Antarctica, revising the limits of sea ice to reflect global climate changes and add new national parks in Australia and Albania. In global transport and infrastructure the new international airports coming on stream in Dehli and Vietnam and railways are updated to include the new Iran/Iraq line.

Thousands of global facts at your fingertips with the best value quick-reference World Atlas on the market, now fully updated. Both physical and political geography is clearly illustrated alongside the great cities of our planet.The highest peak? The deepest ocean trench? The wettest, driest, longest, largest - we list the world's fascinating extremes. Crammed with practical information like a Distance Chart for World Cities, World Time Zones, 200 State Flags and the top 100 most populous countries, we include around 15,000 places indexed for easy checking. Whether for the pub quiz, travel planning or school reference, this great value handy world atlas is crammed with everything you need to know.Alongside the topography and physical attributes of the earth we also show political boundaries and the great global cities, including transport hubs and places of interest from mosques to temples, palaces to zoos and shopping centres to tourist information centres.For this new edition, the maps have been fully updated to show the newly inaugurated capital of Indonesia, the new name for Kazakhstan's capital, renamed provinces in India, city name changes in Ukraine and much more. The physical and political statistics are the most recent available. Features include: * 200 Flags of the world's major states and territories* 21 City centre maps: transport (road, rail, trams, light railways, bus and railway stations) and places of interest including religious buildings (churches, abbeys, cathedrals, synagogues, shrines, temples, mosques), museums, galleries, theatres, palaces, castles, parks, gardens, zoos, shopping centres, hospitals, Tourist Centres.* World city distance table* World time zones map* Country comparisons table - the population and areas of the world's top 100 most populous countries* Physical comparisons- largest oceans, longest rivers, biggest islands, highest peaks, deepest trenches.* Continental Comparator - for each one we show area, coldest place, hottest place, wettest place, driest place * World topographic maps - with coloured contour layers and hill-shading clearly outlining the Earth's surface.* World political maps - the latest boundary and geopolitical changes.* Index of approx. 15,000 place-names - with geographical features like mountains, lakes and deserts, as well as towns.

A superbly detailed Philip's world atlas, published in association with the Royal Geographical Society. From global stats on climate and population to stunning satellite imagery, the world is revealed in all its splendour.The large section of physical and political maps have been selected to provide balanced coverage of the continents, while giving prominence to densely populated and economically or strategically important areas. Projections and scales have been chosen to maximize legibility and minimize distortion over the largest regions.Acclaimed by geographers everywhere, Philip's physical maps combine relief shading with layer-coloured contours to give a stunning visual impression of the Earth's surface, while charting physical features, settlements and communications with meticulous accuracy.Included also is a superb 26-page 'Images of Earth' section, showing 25 of the world's most important cities and regions in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Americas in breath-taking satellite imagery.In addition, the atlas features a series of fascinating maps depicting our ocean seafloors in stunning detail.Completing the atlas, and with full latitude and longitude co-ordinates along with letter-figure grid references, the extensive index of over 64,000 names includes geographical features such as mountains, rivers, lakes and deserts, as well as provinces, towns and cities.

Packed with the latest statistics and filled with glorious images and cartography, the Philip's RGS Atlas of the World gives a striking view of the Earth's surface and its many complexities and treasures. "This atlas brilliantly captures what a precious and impressive place we live in." Michael Palin"Beautifully put together, lavishly laid out. In a word - sumptuous!" Tim Marshall* Following the updated World Statistics, there is a new special feature on: Cities of Dreams? It delves into the history of cities and urbanisation and the development of wealth and innovation alongside slums and desperation. The decline and rise of cities around the world are examined as are possible sustainable futures eg the 15-minute city.* Images of Earth encapsulate the planet using satellites, with images processed exclusively for this atlas, ranging from Nuuk, Greenland to Hanoi, Vietnam.* The extensive Gazetteer of Nations has been comprehensively updated to include the latest economic and political information.* In World Geography we provide detailed studies of topics from Climate Change and weather records to reviews of Global Wealth and Standards of Living; alongside the latest migration flow and population data. * World city plans: 70 of the world's greatest cities in 119 maps are shown in detail with locations of great public buildings and the largest museums and galleries.* In World Maps, we reflect the new networks of high-speed railways and roads in China and Mexico, a new link between Jakarta and Bandung in Indonesia, a new city of Ekurhuleni recognised as a separate city outside Johannesburg, South Africa, new provinces in Ethiopia, and more first nation names in New Zealand and other countries.

With detail you need at a size you can read, this extra large, quick-reference, great value World Atlas contains thousands of global facts at your fingertips. Both physical and political geography are easy to read and clearly illustrated along with details about the great cities of our time.The highest peak? The deepest ocean trench? The wettest, driest, longest, largest - we list the world's fascinating extremes. Large and clear but crammed with practical information like World Time Zones, 200 State Flags and the top 100 most populous countries, we include around 15,000 places indexed for easy checking. Whether for the pub quiz, travel planning or school reference, this great value, large format world atlas is crammed with everything you need to know.Features include:* Easy to read mapping in LARGE type* 200 Flags of the world's major states and territories* 60 City centre maps: transport (road, rail, trams, light railways, bus and railway stations) and places of interest including religious buildings (churches, abbeys, cathedrals, synagogues, shrines, temples, mosques), museums, galleries, theatres, palaces, castles, parks, gardens, zoos, shopping centres, hospitals, Tourist Centres.* World time zones map* Country comparisons table - the population and areas of the world's top 100 most populous countries* Physical comparisons- largest oceans, longest rivers, biggest islands, highest peaks, deepest trenches.* Climate and weather records - the coldest place, hottest place, wettest place, driest place* World topographic maps - with coloured contour layers and hill-shading clearly outlining the Earth's surface.* World political maps - the latest boundary and geopolitical changes.* LARGE TYPE Index of approx. 15,000 place-names - with geographical features like mountains, lakes and deserts, as well as towns.