Author Description

"This completely updated edition of a major atlas is a valuable addition to any reference collection. 260 pages of mapping provide an amazingly detailed view of the world, and the illustrated thematic content covers the most important geographical issues of the day." "The following new features have been added to the atlas: 24 pages of satellite images; 20 pages of historical mapping; and New mapping page of Alaska. For the first time the atlas also includes unique features to Times atlases including abandoned settlements and historical outlines of large lakes and sea ice extent for the north and south poles. Beautifully designed and produced in the same style as the Times Comprehensive and Universal atlases, with gold slipcase and cloth spine." --Book Jacket.