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Essential World Atlas: The Comprehensive Companion to Our Planet

by DK

A compact reference for exploring the world

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A compact reference for exploring the world

This atlas brings together several kinds of geographic reference in one volume: 12 thematic maps, 60 regional maps, a cross-referenced gazetteer listing 20,000 places, and profiles of 196 nations. Country entries combine flags with key statistics, while additional information covers population and administrative centres, transport links, ports, and airports. The thematic maps range from ocean currents to languages, adding subject-based views alongside political and state boundaries. Described as a new edition, it includes updated maps and statistics, making the book’s mix of visual orientation and concise country data its defining feature.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Useful for readers who want maps and country facts together in a compact reference.
  • Suitable for browsing regional boundaries, place names, flags, and national statistics.
  • A practical option for general reference collections.

Themes

World geographyNational profiles and statisticsPolitical boundariesLanguages and ocean currents

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Book overview

Discover the world with this atlas, which includes maps, flags, and country profiles in a handy, compact package.

This is a new edition that includes updated maps and statistics, as well as short profiles of each of the world's 196 nations.


In this atlas, you will find:



  • A series of 12 global thematic maps on subjects diverse as ocean currents and languages.
  • 60 full-colour regional maps featuring political and state borders.
  • A fully cross-referenced index-Gazetteer featuring 20,000 places.
  • Data profiles of each country, including flags and key statistical indicators.

You can also read additional information about the main population and administrative centres, main lines of communication, ports, and airports.


This is the perfect reference tool to help digest all the information in today's world through the essential facts about our ever-changing planet.

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