Collins Handy World Atlas

by Collectif (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $12.86

  A new handy format world atlas in the exciting new Collins atlas range. Presenting a new view of the world through innovative maps and dynamic presentation of world information. Collins world atlases provide an exciting new view of the world through innovative mapping and the dynamic presentation of world information. This new atlas brings the distinctive new Collins style into an easy to use, portable format. Detailed maps, with each country clearly identified by 'political' colouring, provide balanced and up-to-date coverage of the world. The maps rely on the latest cartographic technology to ensure their accuracy, accessibility and distinctive style. The level of detail is impressive for such a small format atlas, and the index contains references to over 20,000 place names. The reference maps are complemented by thematic maps showing the world's physical features and countries, and by maps and statistics on major geographical themes including climate, population and time zones. Hundreds of world and continental facts and statistics are included. In addition, a comprehensive guide to the world's states and territories, including flags and details of area, population, capital, languages, religions and currency make this a perfect atlas for quick reference in the office, the home or at school or college. The atlas includes * over 100 pages of detailed reference maps of the whole world. * maps of the world's countries and physical features and of major themes -- climate, population, environment, time zones * reference data for each country including flags, area, population, capital city and currency * continental facts * index to over 20,000 place names