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National Geographic Atlas of the World
You are looking at the authoritative edition of the atlas that has set the world's standard for more than a generation. Based on latest satellite technology and state-of-the-art digital data, this edition has new features, new graphics, and a new format. It is a treasury of definitive maps and informative entries on every country on Earth. In addition, "Worlds Beyond" presents a stunning portrait of our solar system and the universe.
280 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1975
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4,186 books1,058 followersThe National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States, is one of the largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the world.
Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.
Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.
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June 19, 2010
The 8th edition is a fabulous work. This is not a featherweight book, but is large, heavy, and filled with awesome photos, maps, and illustrations appearing on glossy paper. This is a richly produced volume.
The work begins with some introductory materials, such as how National Geographic develops its maps. There is also a brief discussion as to how one might use this work.
The first part is a short chapter depicting the world--as seen from satellites, as it exists physically (with landforms, vegetation, and undersea contours) and politically. Next, "the natural world," in which the evolution of the earth is portrayed, tectonics are discussed, climate is noted, and so on. Then, "the human world," featuring maps of population, cultures, and even migrations over time.
The next several segments are among my favorites in works like this--the regions of the world. For example, Europe. This section begins with a space view of Europe. Then, a physical map of Europe--from Ireland to Russia. After this, country by country maps. These are large enough to provide great detail. I have been to a number of conferences in Germany, and it is fun to trace where the venues are for these meetings (and for visits to nearby sites)--Starnberg and Munich, Manheim and Deidesheim, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Loccum, and so on.
After we visit the regions of the world, we explore maps depicting oceans, cities, space, and nations.
In short, WOW! This is a rich work and one that promises a lot of enjoyment. It is not inexpensive, but--for what it is--it appears to me to be worth the price tag.
The work begins with some introductory materials, such as how National Geographic develops its maps. There is also a brief discussion as to how one might use this work.
The first part is a short chapter depicting the world--as seen from satellites, as it exists physically (with landforms, vegetation, and undersea contours) and politically. Next, "the natural world," in which the evolution of the earth is portrayed, tectonics are discussed, climate is noted, and so on. Then, "the human world," featuring maps of population, cultures, and even migrations over time.
The next several segments are among my favorites in works like this--the regions of the world. For example, Europe. This section begins with a space view of Europe. Then, a physical map of Europe--from Ireland to Russia. After this, country by country maps. These are large enough to provide great detail. I have been to a number of conferences in Germany, and it is fun to trace where the venues are for these meetings (and for visits to nearby sites)--Starnberg and Munich, Manheim and Deidesheim, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Loccum, and so on.
After we visit the regions of the world, we explore maps depicting oceans, cities, space, and nations.
In short, WOW! This is a rich work and one that promises a lot of enjoyment. It is not inexpensive, but--for what it is--it appears to me to be worth the price tag.
April 13, 2020
For all of us who like detailed maps of every country in the world. It's a huge, long book and will not fit on any books shelf, unless you lie it down. It's almost 2 and 1/2 feet long. But all the better as far as I'm concerned.
September 15, 2008
What can I say, the gold standard for atlases.
May 14, 2021
“In this time of rapid global change, the atlas fills an ever more important role in providing an overview of the state of our planet,” geographer Alexander M. Tate writes in the forward of the book, National Geographic Atlas of The World, Eleventh Edition.
~ What ~
This 448-page large hardbound targets those who want to have a better understanding of our world, its 195 countries, and the expansive universe. Weighing 7.8 pounds, it measures 12.72 by 1.62 by 15.92 inches and comes with an attached ribbon marker. After a forward by Alexander M. Tait and twenty one-page articles, it is divided into ten sections that cover all continents, the poles, oceans, space, and nations. There is an appendix and an extensive index with credits.
In this book mainly about Earth, there is a plethora of information that includes topics such as climate change, urbanization, borders, and energy in its beginning. The plates have detailed mapping with small cities and towns included, especially in the United States. The ocean floors are dissected, and the universe is explored. Flags, facts, comparisons, time zones, and foreign terms with tables are added. The index is 146 pages and contains over 140,000 place names.
~Why ~
This is is a beautiful, detailed, and thorough atlas of the world as anyone would expect from National Geographic. I appreciated I could find easily smaller towns such as Keizer, Oregon, or Waukesha, Wisconsin. There are fine details of the oceans’ fracture zones, ridges, and seamounts. The flag sections have extensive data listed, and the index is extensive.
~ Why Not ~
This edition is dated 2019 so it may already be outdated, yet it is more conclusive than the tenth edition that was published in 2014. Some may notice that there are more pages dedicated to the United States than other countries (for example, Mexico is covered on only two pages).
~ Wish ~
This is a massively huge book that is heavy and awkward, so it will not fit on a bookcase or shelf. It would be thoughtful if it was less cumbersome in size yet had more pages.
~ Want ~
If you are looking for a comprehensive world atlas designed by National Geographic, you cannot go wrong with this edition, but do note it is from 2019 and has more detailed information on the United States than other countries.
Thanks to National Geographic, Litzky Public Relations, Inc., and Bookpleasures for this complimentary book that I am under no obligation to review.
~ What ~
This 448-page large hardbound targets those who want to have a better understanding of our world, its 195 countries, and the expansive universe. Weighing 7.8 pounds, it measures 12.72 by 1.62 by 15.92 inches and comes with an attached ribbon marker. After a forward by Alexander M. Tait and twenty one-page articles, it is divided into ten sections that cover all continents, the poles, oceans, space, and nations. There is an appendix and an extensive index with credits.
In this book mainly about Earth, there is a plethora of information that includes topics such as climate change, urbanization, borders, and energy in its beginning. The plates have detailed mapping with small cities and towns included, especially in the United States. The ocean floors are dissected, and the universe is explored. Flags, facts, comparisons, time zones, and foreign terms with tables are added. The index is 146 pages and contains over 140,000 place names.
~Why ~
This is is a beautiful, detailed, and thorough atlas of the world as anyone would expect from National Geographic. I appreciated I could find easily smaller towns such as Keizer, Oregon, or Waukesha, Wisconsin. There are fine details of the oceans’ fracture zones, ridges, and seamounts. The flag sections have extensive data listed, and the index is extensive.
~ Why Not ~
This edition is dated 2019 so it may already be outdated, yet it is more conclusive than the tenth edition that was published in 2014. Some may notice that there are more pages dedicated to the United States than other countries (for example, Mexico is covered on only two pages).
~ Wish ~
This is a massively huge book that is heavy and awkward, so it will not fit on a bookcase or shelf. It would be thoughtful if it was less cumbersome in size yet had more pages.
~ Want ~
If you are looking for a comprehensive world atlas designed by National Geographic, you cannot go wrong with this edition, but do note it is from 2019 and has more detailed information on the United States than other countries.
Thanks to National Geographic, Litzky Public Relations, Inc., and Bookpleasures for this complimentary book that I am under no obligation to review.
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April 27, 2015National geographic atlas of the world: Tenth edition. (2014). Hanover, PA : National Geographic Society.
Citation by: Sarah Clement
Type of Reference: Atlas
Call Number: REF 912
Content/Scope: This atlas includes more than 80 large political, satellite, regional and physical color maps, as well as maps of the ocean floors, the moon, and Mars. The index includes more than 150,000 entries. Also includes a "flags and facts" section with flags of 195 nations and important information about each. Also includes world time zones and metric conversion tables.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is a well known and trusted source.
Arrangement/Presentation: Maps are grouped by continent. It is colorful and visually appealing.
Relation to other works: National Geographic has countless publications, but this atlas is an up-to-date edition, and is highly recommended for school and academic libraries.
Accessibility/Diversity: The maps are large, colorful, and varied. Includes charts, graphs, and graphics for this students who prefer to see data displayed. This would appeal to visual learners, and anyone interested in learning more about the world around us.
Cost: $195.00
Professional Review: Werner, E. (2010, November 15). National geographic atlas of the world. Retrieved from http://bookverdict.com/details.xqy?ur...
Citation by: Sarah Clement
Type of Reference: Atlas
Call Number: REF 912
Content/Scope: This atlas includes more than 80 large political, satellite, regional and physical color maps, as well as maps of the ocean floors, the moon, and Mars. The index includes more than 150,000 entries. Also includes a "flags and facts" section with flags of 195 nations and important information about each. Also includes world time zones and metric conversion tables.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is a well known and trusted source.
Arrangement/Presentation: Maps are grouped by continent. It is colorful and visually appealing.
Relation to other works: National Geographic has countless publications, but this atlas is an up-to-date edition, and is highly recommended for school and academic libraries.
Accessibility/Diversity: The maps are large, colorful, and varied. Includes charts, graphs, and graphics for this students who prefer to see data displayed. This would appeal to visual learners, and anyone interested in learning more about the world around us.
Cost: $195.00
Professional Review: Werner, E. (2010, November 15). National geographic atlas of the world. Retrieved from http://bookverdict.com/details.xqy?ur...
April 9, 2022
Great information, very engaging to read the initial plates.
Great quality print and a very useful reference for geography lovers
Somewhat surprised with the number of typos/misprints in this version.
Great quality print and a very useful reference for geography lovers
Somewhat surprised with the number of typos/misprints in this version.
February 9, 2021
Dependable National Geographic quality, as usual.
January 20, 2020
A National Geographic publication; this book has about 30 pages of information before you get to actual maps. Subjects covered range from the history of map making to continental drift to magnetic field generated by the cores convection. World Tectonics gives us insight into how mountain ranges are formed. Weather patterns and ocean currents reveal how nutrients are spread as well as how most of the heat from the sun is held in our oceans. Politics, animals, minerals and more are talked about. I am happy that I decided to look closer at our World Atlas.
March 20, 2021
Everyone should be able to refer to an atlas. I am not quite bad enough to think Africa is all one country, but I did think that Sweden and Russia has a border, and they don't. This is a huge heavy atlas, very comprehensive.
June 23, 2022
I came across this book at the Goodwill and couldnt leave it.
The art of making and reading maps is totally lost on this generation.
But it always fascinates me to see how everything is map out and where everything is.
The art of making and reading maps is totally lost on this generation.
But it always fascinates me to see how everything is map out and where everything is.
August 10, 2019
It is a very nice book. I will recommend it to read to my friends.
September 28, 2019
The sixth edition is a gem, not only for its comprehensive capture of the world’s geology and universe’s galaxies, but also for its geopolitical importance in the world’s history.
This book was written in June 1990, when nations were entering liberation with the dissolution of the USSR, the beginning of the democracy in South America, and the forming of national identities in post-colonial Asia. The authors write of the geography and politics with a mixture of optimism and reservation. I highly recommend this edition.
This book was written in June 1990, when nations were entering liberation with the dissolution of the USSR, the beginning of the democracy in South America, and the forming of national identities in post-colonial Asia. The authors write of the geography and politics with a mixture of optimism and reservation. I highly recommend this edition.
June 18, 2020
I use this all the time to locate the setting of whatever book I'm reading. Comes with a nice yellow ribbon to use as a bookmark.
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August 22, 2023
I own the 11th edition, and it’s one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. I love maps.
June 5, 2024
Magnificent
September 25, 2017
I just want to study this all day every day. this was our big investment piece for school this year and it was well worth the investment. It's GIANT and encourages perusing and studying. We are spoiled by Google earth, but I wanted something my kids could actually use without a screen glowing in their face. This is pretty extensive.
Shelved as 'reference-collection'
June 18, 2012Geographical Reference
Name: Michelle David
National Geographic. (2011). National geographic atlas of the world. (9th ed.). Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.
Dewey: 912
Reading Level: Grades 5-10
Category: Nonfiction Reference/Atlas
Review Citation:
Bolson, C. (2011, February 1). [Review of the book National geographic atlas of the world]. Booklist. Retrieved from http://www.booklistonline.com.libsrv....
Description: This revised edition reflects changes globally from the previous edition. The maps shown are geopolitical, environmental and thematic. All 194 countries in the world are shown across 20 new world maps of all kinds.
Relevance and Relationship: This is an up-to-date version of the world. This edition also features critical issues around the world such as human rights and energy. There are ocean floor maps and maps of the solar system utilizing satellite imagery. The cost of this book is about $175. Web or online maps are smaller in size and are more appropriate for a fast reference, but these allow students to view and study maps and images in greater detail.
Purpose: Students need to have a greater understanding of world geography. This atlas can provide teachers with the tools they need to develop geographical lessons that contain the study of human-environment interactions, regional characteristics, and the communication of people and spread of ideas.
Validity: National Geographic has been producing maps and atlases for many years and is a highly credible and authoritative reference resource. The newest version is current and includes all regions on the planet including the ocean floor and outer space regions.
Format: There are 432 pages in the atlas. When open, the atlas pages are more than 3 feet by 2 feet. The atlas uses full color maps and images, graphs and charts, photographs and satellite imagery.
Arrangement and Presentation: The atlas contains an index with over 150,000 geographic place-names. Sections have been eliminated as well as city maps.
Diversity: This book will help all students gain a greater understanding of the countries and regions in the world. It also provides extra spotlights on troubled regions in the world today, specifically the Middle East.
Name: Michelle David
National Geographic. (2011). National geographic atlas of the world. (9th ed.). Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.
Dewey: 912
Reading Level: Grades 5-10
Category: Nonfiction Reference/Atlas
Review Citation:
Bolson, C. (2011, February 1). [Review of the book National geographic atlas of the world]. Booklist. Retrieved from http://www.booklistonline.com.libsrv....
Description: This revised edition reflects changes globally from the previous edition. The maps shown are geopolitical, environmental and thematic. All 194 countries in the world are shown across 20 new world maps of all kinds.
Relevance and Relationship: This is an up-to-date version of the world. This edition also features critical issues around the world such as human rights and energy. There are ocean floor maps and maps of the solar system utilizing satellite imagery. The cost of this book is about $175. Web or online maps are smaller in size and are more appropriate for a fast reference, but these allow students to view and study maps and images in greater detail.
Purpose: Students need to have a greater understanding of world geography. This atlas can provide teachers with the tools they need to develop geographical lessons that contain the study of human-environment interactions, regional characteristics, and the communication of people and spread of ideas.
Validity: National Geographic has been producing maps and atlases for many years and is a highly credible and authoritative reference resource. The newest version is current and includes all regions on the planet including the ocean floor and outer space regions.
Format: There are 432 pages in the atlas. When open, the atlas pages are more than 3 feet by 2 feet. The atlas uses full color maps and images, graphs and charts, photographs and satellite imagery.
Arrangement and Presentation: The atlas contains an index with over 150,000 geographic place-names. Sections have been eliminated as well as city maps.
Diversity: This book will help all students gain a greater understanding of the countries and regions in the world. It also provides extra spotlights on troubled regions in the world today, specifically the Middle East.
November 25, 2014
National Geographic. (2004).National Geographic Atlas of the World. National Geographic Society. Eighth Edition, 416 pages
Citation by: Bert Becker
Type of reference: Atlas
Call Number: Ref 501.3
Content/Scope: This reference book covers locations of the worlds countries and gives pictures that allow the student to get an understanding of the county. Combining state-of-the-art cartographic technology and information with dynamic and diverse physiographic and cultural content, the Eight Edition is National Geographic's most accurate and interesting record of the world yet.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: The information is accurate in this atlas by National Geogrpahic. The National Geographic is a well established publisher.
Arrangement/Presentation: This atlas is so easy to use. It is student friendly startin about with the 4th grade. Younger students will enjoy the pictures and older students will be allowed to use the information for any assignments that they need.
Relation to other works: It gives a lot information for data, numbers and statistics that could be used in social studies.
Accessibility/Diversity: Used primarily for middle school to high school students. Although, younger students will enjoy the pictures.
Cost: $30.00
Professional review of the item:
National Geographic. (2004).National Geographic Atlas of the World. National Geographic Society. Eighth Edition, 416 pages
.
Citation by: Bert Becker
Type of reference: Atlas
Call Number: Ref 501.3
Content/Scope: This reference book covers locations of the worlds countries and gives pictures that allow the student to get an understanding of the county. Combining state-of-the-art cartographic technology and information with dynamic and diverse physiographic and cultural content, the Eight Edition is National Geographic's most accurate and interesting record of the world yet.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: The information is accurate in this atlas by National Geogrpahic. The National Geographic is a well established publisher.
Arrangement/Presentation: This atlas is so easy to use. It is student friendly startin about with the 4th grade. Younger students will enjoy the pictures and older students will be allowed to use the information for any assignments that they need.
Relation to other works: It gives a lot information for data, numbers and statistics that could be used in social studies.
Accessibility/Diversity: Used primarily for middle school to high school students. Although, younger students will enjoy the pictures.
Cost: $30.00
Professional review of the item:
National Geographic. (2004).National Geographic Atlas of the World. National Geographic Society. Eighth Edition, 416 pages
.
April 28, 2012
National Geographic Society (Ed.). (2010). National geographic atlas of the world (9th ed.). Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.
Citation created by: Tom Shaw
Call Number: D21.5 .A89 2010
Description: This atlas a trove of definitive maps and informative entries on every country on Earth.
Content/Scope: Based on latest satellite technology and state-of-the-art digital data, this edition has 63 political maps, 13 physical maps, 243 city maps and more than 140,000 entries pertaining to the Earth's processes and resources. A section on the solar system and universe is included with corresponding maps and information entries.
Accuracy/Authority: This book has received mostly positive reviews by reputable review sources.
Arrangement/Presentation: Political, physical, and thematic maps abound in a large layout of digitally enhanced images. Flags and reference information for each country is also included.
Timeliness/Permanence: This reference book was published in 2010, so its content and relevance will change little in the future. New editions are released on a regular basis.
Cost: $175.00
Rational for Selection: This is a valuable resource for world history classes, Advanced Placement Human Geography and science classes. This resource should be a required component of any reference library.
Citation created by: Tom Shaw
Call Number: D21.5 .A89 2010
Description: This atlas a trove of definitive maps and informative entries on every country on Earth.
Content/Scope: Based on latest satellite technology and state-of-the-art digital data, this edition has 63 political maps, 13 physical maps, 243 city maps and more than 140,000 entries pertaining to the Earth's processes and resources. A section on the solar system and universe is included with corresponding maps and information entries.
Accuracy/Authority: This book has received mostly positive reviews by reputable review sources.
Arrangement/Presentation: Political, physical, and thematic maps abound in a large layout of digitally enhanced images. Flags and reference information for each country is also included.
Timeliness/Permanence: This reference book was published in 2010, so its content and relevance will change little in the future. New editions are released on a regular basis.
Cost: $175.00
Rational for Selection: This is a valuable resource for world history classes, Advanced Placement Human Geography and science classes. This resource should be a required component of any reference library.
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June 28, 2013National Geographic. (2011). Atlas of the world 18th edition. (18 ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press, USA.
Citation by: Ashley D. Brown
Type of Reference: Atlas (Geographical Reference)
Call Number: G1021 .N38 2011
Brief description:
National Geographic cartographers use satellite and digital imaging, GPS, and GIS technologies to map the Earth and its regions. The basic arrangement and look of the atlas is similar to other atlases, but in this edition, there is an interesting focus on major trouble spots in the world (politically speaking).
Citation for where the item has been reviewed:
Bulson, C. (2011, February). National geographic atlas of the world. Booklist, 107(11), 86.
Criteria
Content/Scope: This is an atlas that uses high-quality images to choreograph the world and its regions. Politically troubled spots have substantial focus in this atlas.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: The atlas has been positively reviewed by Booklist, School Library Journal, Hornbook List, and is published by a reputable source: National Geographic.
Arrangement/Presentation: Alphabetically organized by region.
Relation to other works: There are several editions of this reference work and will continue to be updated.
Accessibility/Diversity: For students who are politically interested or who are interesting in technological for photographing the world.
Cost: $104.54
Citation by: Ashley D. Brown
Type of Reference: Atlas (Geographical Reference)
Call Number: G1021 .N38 2011
Brief description:
National Geographic cartographers use satellite and digital imaging, GPS, and GIS technologies to map the Earth and its regions. The basic arrangement and look of the atlas is similar to other atlases, but in this edition, there is an interesting focus on major trouble spots in the world (politically speaking).
Citation for where the item has been reviewed:
Bulson, C. (2011, February). National geographic atlas of the world. Booklist, 107(11), 86.
Criteria
Content/Scope: This is an atlas that uses high-quality images to choreograph the world and its regions. Politically troubled spots have substantial focus in this atlas.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: The atlas has been positively reviewed by Booklist, School Library Journal, Hornbook List, and is published by a reputable source: National Geographic.
Arrangement/Presentation: Alphabetically organized by region.
Relation to other works: There are several editions of this reference work and will continue to be updated.
Accessibility/Diversity: For students who are politically interested or who are interesting in technological for photographing the world.
Cost: $104.54
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November 20, 2016Citation by: M. Powell
Citation: National, G. (2014). National Geographic atlas of the world, tenth edition. National Geographic Society.
Reference Type: Atlas
Call Number: 912
Cost: $146.99
Professional Review: None found but the National Geographic Society is well known for publishing reference works.
Content Scope: The atlas covers the entire world.
Accuracy, Authority, Bias: There are maps of places all over the world. It does appear that the atlas has more maps of the United States than any other place. The maps have been updated to reflect name changes of countries. National Geographic Society is known for publishing geographic references.
Arrangement and Presentation: The work is presented in sections. The world, the natural world, the human world, and eventually different regions of the world.
Relation to Similar Works: This work would be an update of an older version. It would still have some similar data as older works but this work would reflect country name changes, population changes, and overall changes in the geographic world.
Timeliness and Permanence: Parts of the book may eventually become out dated as the world changes but there are many maps that would remain relevant.
Accessibility/Diversity: The atlas represents all regions of the world.
Citation: National, G. (2014). National Geographic atlas of the world, tenth edition. National Geographic Society.
Reference Type: Atlas
Call Number: 912
Cost: $146.99
Professional Review: None found but the National Geographic Society is well known for publishing reference works.
Content Scope: The atlas covers the entire world.
Accuracy, Authority, Bias: There are maps of places all over the world. It does appear that the atlas has more maps of the United States than any other place. The maps have been updated to reflect name changes of countries. National Geographic Society is known for publishing geographic references.
Arrangement and Presentation: The work is presented in sections. The world, the natural world, the human world, and eventually different regions of the world.
Relation to Similar Works: This work would be an update of an older version. It would still have some similar data as older works but this work would reflect country name changes, population changes, and overall changes in the geographic world.
Timeliness and Permanence: Parts of the book may eventually become out dated as the world changes but there are many maps that would remain relevant.
Accessibility/Diversity: The atlas represents all regions of the world.
June 22, 2012
National Geographic. (2011). National geographic atlas of the world. (9th ed.). Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.
Reviewed by: Melanie Wyatt
Category: Geographical Reference
Call #: REF 912 NAT
Price: $175.00
Description: The National Geographic atlas provides photographs and graphics of the planet, detailed maps, web links, thematic indexes on a variety of topics, country flags, and fact boxes.
Content/scope: The purpose of the book, content and scope are geared towards all students. Colorful illustrations are used so that visual learners have a better understanding of the text. Students and teachers would definitely benefit from the inclusion of this atlas in the library media center.
Accuracy/Authority: School Library Journal reviewed this atlas.
Arrangement/Presentation: The format for this book is print. Diversity: The atlas contains over 150,000 maps from different geographical places all over the world.
Reviewed by: Melanie Wyatt
Category: Geographical Reference
Call #: REF 912 NAT
Price: $175.00
Description: The National Geographic atlas provides photographs and graphics of the planet, detailed maps, web links, thematic indexes on a variety of topics, country flags, and fact boxes.
Content/scope: The purpose of the book, content and scope are geared towards all students. Colorful illustrations are used so that visual learners have a better understanding of the text. Students and teachers would definitely benefit from the inclusion of this atlas in the library media center.
Accuracy/Authority: School Library Journal reviewed this atlas.
Arrangement/Presentation: The format for this book is print. Diversity: The atlas contains over 150,000 maps from different geographical places all over the world.
April 25, 2016
National Geographic Society. (2014). National geographic atlas of the world. National Geographic.
Citation by: Lauren Vender
Type of Reference: Atlas
Call Number: Ref 423
Content/Scope: Provides basic geographic information about countries around the world. Contains state-of-the art maps and diagrams.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is a well-respected authority when it comes to geographical information.
Arrangement/Presentation: Includes high quality images, maps, info graphics, tables, and other references to help students better understand basic information about countries throughout the world.
Accessibility/Diversity: The high quality images in this atlas sets it apart from others and would appeal to a wide variety of students.
Relation to other Works: There are several atlases available in the collection, this would help make the collection more modern.
Cost: $115.59
Citation by: Lauren Vender
Type of Reference: Atlas
Call Number: Ref 423
Content/Scope: Provides basic geographic information about countries around the world. Contains state-of-the art maps and diagrams.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is a well-respected authority when it comes to geographical information.
Arrangement/Presentation: Includes high quality images, maps, info graphics, tables, and other references to help students better understand basic information about countries throughout the world.
Accessibility/Diversity: The high quality images in this atlas sets it apart from others and would appeal to a wide variety of students.
Relation to other Works: There are several atlases available in the collection, this would help make the collection more modern.
Cost: $115.59
August 12, 2012
Sometime you just give a book a rating even before you set off reading.. Atlas of the world is deservedly a five-star book..
It's very very very heavy! I pitied mom all the way back home while she was holding it.
I gasp whenever I behold a new page.. It's plain magic.. especially that page of the Milky Way illustration.. Literally, breath-taking.
P.S.
National Geographic Atlas of the World, 8th Edition is a gift from Na'ell Nour
http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7376578-na-ell..
to whom I am so deeply sincerely grateful..
Love you, Na'ell..
It's very very very heavy! I pitied mom all the way back home while she was holding it.
I gasp whenever I behold a new page.. It's plain magic.. especially that page of the Milky Way illustration.. Literally, breath-taking.
P.S.
National Geographic Atlas of the World, 8th Edition is a gift from Na'ell Nour
http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7376578-na-ell..
to whom I am so deeply sincerely grateful..
Love you, Na'ell..
October 9, 2015
National Geographic Atlas of the World by the National Geographic Society (National Geographic Publishing 1981) (910.0+/-). This is a drop-dead fantastic atlas. Prepared by the National Geographic Society, this volume rises to the normal excellence demonstrated by the NGS. It's a huge folio-sized volume. My rating: 7.5/10, finished 2008.
May 2, 2012
I used this atlas as another source of geographic information in the class that I took titled GEO 204: World Regional Geography. Although the textbook for the class and this atlas did not always match up with the realms of the world, the atlas is an amazing guide of the world. National Geographic is well known for creating exceptional maps and this one is a prime example.
December 7, 2015
This is a gigantic and amazing reference book - however, due to it's sheer size, it is hard to store in any book case! Despite that, I love it and can't wait to share its contents with my future children!
June 25, 2007
Beautiful, enormous, hard cover atlas. I am a huge fan of the Nat. Geo. style of maps, though some quibble.
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