TIMES COMPREHENSIVE ATLAS OF THE WORLD: 13th Edition
TIMES BOOKS Book Number: 78511 Product format: Hardback
This 13th edition is the latest publication of what has evolved since The Times first published a world atlas in 1895. Commissioned from John Bartholomew & Son, the renowned Edinburgh cartographers, production took 15 years and had 112 map plates. With many revisions between 1955 and 1960, this present 2011 edition has 123 plates, all redesigned to give a less Euro-centric view and a more balanced view of the world, and revised to reflect the latest geopolitical changes. The introductory section combines unique continental satellite images, dramatic views of the universe, thematic maps, photographs, graphics and contributions from experts in many fields to illustrate a range of important geographical topics. New material on the highly topical issues of climate change and the global economy are included and statistical information fully revised. The publication itself is simply beautiful. Slipcased and published at £150, here first time discounted, this massive tome measures 12" across by 18" tall, a true heavyweight at 224 pages. With extensive index in small but extremely clear print, plus a very useful A-Z glossary, the maps themselves are simply stunning. In colour with varying scales, island insets, city plans, abbreviations explained, administrative divisions numbered for Libya and Egypt for example, Swiss Cantons and Italian provinces numbered, there is a huge page marker to use. We discover the Earth of today, stars and planets and the atlas is arranged by continents plus Antarctica and the oceans. You will spend hours just gazing at the satellite images at the beginning alone! 'Easily the best atlas there is' according to Bill Bryson and 'The ultimate starting point for planning any adventure or expedition… By far and away the greatest book on earth' according to Ranulph Fiennes. A truly stunning publication. Save £100.
Published price: £150
Bibliophile price: £50.00
