The World (Collins Need to Know?)

by HarperCollinsPublishers (Creator)

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.24

  Collins Need to Know? is a series of illustrated reference books covering a wide range of popular subjects and activities. Attractively illustrated in colour throughout, these handy, practical guides give you all the information you need to know in a concise and accessible way. Want to know what countries border Nicaragua, the geographical features of Norway, the most famous man-made features in Nepal, or the main places to visit in New Zealand? Collins Need to Know? World Atlas is a new style of atlas, providing comprehensive maps, facts and statistics for the countries and regions of the world. The prelims focus on world themes and global issues and are cross-referenced to the main atlas mapping. The atlas features: / Collins mapping / Must Know facts and statistics / Cross-references and internet links / Major geographic and man-made features around the world / Geographical glossaries / Major issues The index features over 20,000 place names and features.

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.24

  This new edition contains new mapping and a new design -- clearer to use, easier to read and right up-to-date -- making it an unrivalled pocket-sized atlas. Using the most recent mapping from the Collins cartographic database, the Gem World Atlas provides clear political mapping of the enitre world, a reference section of country information and an extensive index of over 20,000 places. Combining a portable size with global content, this book gives you the most information about the configuration of our political world available in a small-format book. With visually precise and easy-to-follow maps and illuminating text, you really can have the world in your pocket.