Atlas Of The World (Hb)

This brilliant edition of Philip's acclaimed atlas contains the finest maps at the largest scales available, together with satellite imagery, a gazetteer of nations, a detailed survey of world geography, urban area and city centre maps of the world's most important cities and an informative geographical glossary and index.The 193 pages of detailed physical and political maps in Philip's Atlas of the World have been fully revised and updated and 'The Future of the Oceans and Seas' feature provides an overview and examines some of the major issues affecting the world's oceans today.The richly informative 'World Geography' section comprises 42 pages of maps, charts, diagrams and text explaining key world themes such as climate change, geology, trade, agriculture, industry and population. Also included are urban-area and city-centre maps for 70 of the world's largest and most economically important cities, including all major capitals, with locator maps to indicate each city's position in its global context.