Now, in its stunning Ninth Edition, the critically acclaimed National Geographic Atlas of the World reports and examines geopolitical and environmental changes through detailed, accurate maps and beautiful, engaging design that are its hallmark. This cartographic masterwork brings to light the most important and relevant topics that grip our planet today.
New maps cover regions of volatile civil strife, such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq. World thematic spreads reveal freshwater scarcity, global warming, world economies, energy resources and consumption, and other critical trends. Dramatic ocean floor maps show more features and detail than any other atlas. Dynamic graphics and compelling visual stories cover the vital developments of our world in the reliable, authoritative, and innovative style that has made National Geographic a leader in the category.
Create a family heirloom and personalize it with embossed 22-point metallic blue foil block letters in the lower right hand corner of the atlas cover. Letters are slightly smaller than 1/2" high. Maximum number of characters (including spaces) is 25.
Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.of your personalized atlas.
Please note: Personalized items cannot be returned unless damaged or defective. Please check your order carefully; once placed, your order for this item cannot be canceled.
- Hardcover with slipcase
- 424 pages; 300 maps, 250 illustrations, 50 color photographs
- 12 1/16" x 18 1/4"
- © 2010
National Geographic cartographers bring nearly a century of mapmaking experience and cutting-edge technology to every atlas product. Today, satellite and digital imaging, GPS, and GIS technologies provide cartographers with new tools to map the Earth and its myriad regionsfrom far above and up closeacross all seven continents and the interconnected oceans. Leveraging these emerging technologies to build smart, well-designed, functional, informative atlases is one of National Geographic's great strengths.
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Magnificent book!
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- Hard To Put It Down
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Comments about Personalized Deluxe 9th Edition Atlas of the World:
The book is so much more than what I expected.
I didn't realized the detail!
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- Yes
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Can't go wrong!
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- Great content
- Great illustrations
- Great Photos
Cons
- Personalizing text small
Best Uses
- Anything and everything
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Wedding Gift
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Should be in every living room!
Pros
- Added a literary backstop
- Enjoy the appearance
Cons
- Competes with Google
- Fast changing world
Best Uses
- Supplements library
Comments about Personalized Deluxe 9th Edition Atlas of the World:
I bought 4 copies, 3 for my grandchildren and one for my school. It is a beautiful medium for handling information. I am aware it competes with the speed of computers, but nothing compares to a quality bound book.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Best Atlas Money Can Buy
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I bought the Atlas for my kids and am reading it avidly along with them. Very educational and entertaining indeed!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Love this Atlas
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I wish I would have purchased one years ago. This book will sit on my coffee table always for everyone to enjoy.
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Homerun hit!
Pros
- Easy to order
- Personalized
- Shipped On Time
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- none
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Travel a lot and use it as a reference and to explore where we might go next!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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