HarperCollins New World Atlas

HarperCollins New World Atlas
Author: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.
Publisher: Collins Reference
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2003-04-15
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780060521202

The HarperCollins New World Atlas sets a new standard for world atlases and provides a unique view of the Earth through a stunning collection of maps, images and information. These highly accessible and authoritative reference maps were created from the renowned Bartholomew cartography database, known for its comprehensive and accurate coverage of the world. The innovative HarperCollins New World Atlas offers: A wide range of satellite imagery and aerial photography An exciting, highly visual presentation of topical geographical themes Unique 3-D terrain models of each continent Extensive cross-referencing throughout the book A complete index of more than 80,000 place names New gazetteer-style index entries for selected places and features Detailed information on all states and territories of the world Key facts and statistics for every continent

Cities of the Classical World

Cities of the Classical World
Author: Colin McEvedy
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2011-11-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 0141967633

From Alexandria to York, this unique illustrated guide allows us to see the great centres of classical civilization afresh. The key feature of Cities of the Classical World is 120 specially drawn maps tracing each city's thoroughfares and defences, monuments and places of worship. Every map is to the same scale, allowing readers for the first time to appreciate visually the relative sizes of Babylon and Paris, London and Constantinople. There is also a clear, incisive commentary on each city's development, strategic importance, rulers and ordinary inhabitants. This compelling and elegant atlas opens a new window on to the ancient world, and will transform the way we see it.