National Geographic Atlas of the World

The National Geographic Society, the world leader in exploring and explaining our planet, returns with a fresh, completely revised edition of their bestselling atlas. Packed with so much information, this hefty visual treat amounts to more than just a collection of maps -- it's like a complete set of books on geography, history, travel, and environment all rolled into one stunning volume. The photography is breathtaking, as is to be expected from a National Geographic publication, and the maps are also first-rate. Thematic maps illuminate environmental concerns and resources, while detailed city maps provide a closer look at more than 243 major cities. Special sections focus in-depth on each continent, the oceans, and the constellations.