The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World Book

"The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World is universally recognized as the world's most prestigious and authoritative reference atlas. Times atlases have been providing the most detailed and accurate representation of the world since 1895, and the Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World has sold well over one million copies since its first edition in 1967. The Eleventh Edition continues this tradition with its detailed and beautifully created mapping representing the perfect blend of accuracy, authority and style which set the atlas apart." "The preliminary section is introduced by dramatic satellite images of the continents and continues with a series of maps, photographs and graphics which present a detailed picture of today's physical world and man's interaction with it. The section also includes an account of the evolution of world maps and of the nature of cartography, and concludes with detailed geographical information on the world's states and territories and major physical features." "The reference maps, produced in the distinctive Times style, present the most accurate and up to date picture of the earth today. The areas shown, and the scale and map projection of each plate, have been specifically chosen to give the best representation of each geographical area. The atlas now includes a new map of the world's physical features." The index to over 200,000 place names and geographical features illustrates the unique scope of the atlas. It includes full cross-referencing with alternative and former names, geographical coordinates of every settlement shown on the maps, and a comprehensive glossary of geographical terms.