"National Geographic" Atlas of the World  (English, Hardcover, National Geographic Society)

National Geographic: Atlas of the World – Eighth Edition, is the most accurate and fascinating record of the world yet. It combines information with diverse and dynamic physiographic and cultural content, and the state-of-art cartographic technology.

Summary of the Book

This edition of Atlas of the World begins with tracing the founding of geographic cartography to modern progress in the technology. The atlas begins with three spectacularly new and full-spread world maps, along with physical and natural features, and finally the political world of today’s nations and developing cities. There are two groups of world thematic topics – the Physical and Natural World, and Human Activities. All seven continents of the world open with visions from space, and are then represented with distinct physical and political maps. A large number of pictures, fact boxes and text are given along with each city map. Also, ample information is presented on numerous topics and on many other fronts.

About National Geographic Society

National Geographic Society, established in 1888, is unarguably one of the most followed and admired non-profit scientific and educational institutes. Founded by 33 elite academicians, philanthropists, explorers, and travellers, Nat Geo Society evolved over a period of hundred years to stand as one of the most respected institutes today. Along with National Geographic Magazine, TV channel, Museums, the society has also been very supportive of humanitarian and scientific projects that have changed the course of technological and historical timeline since its inception in late 19th century.