Atlases & Gazetteers, World, Atlases 

The all-new Comparative Atlas is a completely up-to-date, digitized atlas, designed for students, families, or anyone interested in global issues. It features 51 pages full-color, topographic and political maps that show both the terrain and boundaries of world regions, reflecting the most current status of all nations; 35 pages of world thematic maps, charts, and graphs that highlight such topics as atmosphere and oceans, structure of the earth, climate, standards of living, transportation, languages, religions and environmental concerns; and an easy-to-use 2,600-entry Master Index and Major City Populations Listing, Quick Reference Guide, World Statistical Tables, and Time Zone Map. This latest edition features 8 new pages of political and physical maps on North America, a brighter color palette to enhance readability and redesigned introductory content material. Also available in hardcover. - from Amzon