In 45 beautiful, unique maps & with evocative photography, Atlas of the Unexpected is a journey to far-off lands, obscure discoveries & unimaginable locations. From the fortuitous discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls by a stray goat, to the wonderfully bizarre beginnings that led to the aptly named Just Enough Room Island & even the royal romance that led shipwrecked lovers to discover Madeira, Travis Elborough takes you on a voyage to some of the world`s most wondrous, improbable &
- most of all
- unexpected of places.

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Inside this remarkable guide to space, you will find everything from detailed planetary topography to the most current facts & figures about our amazing Universe. In addition to extensive maps of outer space, this atlas also

Includes:: constellation charts, diagrams & cross sections of space objects like asteroids & meteorites, the latest information on space shuttles & missions & stunning, oversize images that capture exploding supernovas & distant galaxies. Designed for the next generation of space enthusiasts, ” Atlas of the Universe” contains everything you will need to navigate the night sky
- & the farthest reaches of the cosmos. This book features a metallic embossing on the cover. It contains over 800 photos & illustrations, star maps & fact files. It

Includes:: a poster & a CD containing download able images.




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The “ Philip’s Atlas of the Universe” is a classic work, a fantastic reference to the stars, the planets & the Universe. It contains hundreds of photographs from the very best ground-based telescopes & the Hubble & Spitzer space telescopes, along with fascinating images from five decades of robotic exploration of the planets. As well as being a beautiful & informative portrait of the cosmos, the book provides superb star maps & sound advice on practical observing, making it a highly suitable guide for those who wish to discover the richness of astronomy themselves. The book is divided into seven sections:- Exploring the Universe: the history of astronomy & space exploration.- The Solar System: the Earth & all the planets.- The Sun: information on the astrophysical & visible phenomena.- The Stars: movements & life cycles & everything in between!- Into the Universe: a fascinating look at the structure of the Universe- Star Maps: complete atlas of the constellations in 22 maps.- The Practical Astronomer: packed with useful information for the aspiring astronomer. This is a truly fantastic reference tool, & comes recommended by the Journal of the British Astronomical Association & a foreword by Sir Patrick Moore himself just to prove the point. ...

This superb high-quality atlas is printed in hardback format with a luxurious slipcase for protection. Continental, ...

A fantastic atlas to help children learn about the countries of the world, the most famous & interesting sites, & also each country`s flag & fascinating world records. A brilliant introduction to geography, capital cities & world landmarks ranging from the statue of the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. ...

The continuing evolution of the railway industry over the past six years has rendered the original volume redundant. This new & fully revised edition reflects the state of the railway industry as it exists in mid-2006 & has been enhanced in the light of comments received following the publication of the first edition, most notably in the more accurate delineation of stations served by individual TOCs, & will become a standard reference work for both professionals & enthusiasts alike on Britain's contemporary railway industry. ...

Shortlisted for a 2018 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Award. In a world that has increasingly become tamed by human activity, the true wild holds a growing mysticism. Rugged landscapes with unspoilt scenery invoke romantic visions of paradise, but there are also intense & powerful wildernesses that produce fear & awe alike & unexplored zones where feral wildlife roams in the shadows. Chris Fitch takes you on a journey through the world’s wildest places, visiting immensely diverse floral kingdoms, remote jungles abundant with exotic birds, & both freezing cold & scorching hot inhospitable environments. From these natural havens we travel to the extreme & the incredible: lightening inducing lakes, acidic mud baths, & man-eating tiger kingdoms. As well as those wildernesses being reclaimed by nature, such as Chernobyl, that after being left abandoned for years has returned to a natural wild habitat, free from human intervention. Not forgetting those most bizarre of destinations, such as the tidal surges of the Qiantang River, the bridge to Modo Island that emerges from the sea, & the strange magnetic pull of Jubuka rock. With beautiful maps & stunning photography, Atlas of Untamed Places is an intrepid voyage to nature’s most unusual, unpredictable, & extraordinarily wild destinations. ...

The economic, social & environmental systems of the world remain in turmoil. Recent years have seen possibly irrevocable change in the politics of Europe, Asia, Africa & Latin America. Entirely revised & updated, the 11th edition describes the people, factions, & events that have shaped the modern world from the Second World War to the present day. International issues & conflicts are placed in their geographical contexts through the integration of over one hundred maps. The political context provided for current events will be invaluable to all those uncertain about the changing map of Europe & Africa, conflicts in the Middle East, & the appearances in the headlines & on our television screens by al-Qaeda, Chechnya, the Taliban, Mercosur, Somalil&, Kosovo, AIDS, OPEC, & Schengenl&. Critical new issues are covered including the war on terrorism, nuclear proliferation, European Union expansion, & the pressing environmental concerns faced by many sovereign states. This edition provides guidance through all these recent changes (and many more). This book offers up-to-date coverage of all regions in great detail. It contains an objective & concise explanation of current events, combining maps with their geopolitical background. It provides a clear context for events in the news, covering the Middle East, Korea, China, the European Union, east Africa, & every other part of the world. Revised & in print since 1957, ” An Atlas of World Affairs” continues to provide a valuable guide for the student, teacher, journalist & all those interested in current affairs & post-war political history. ...

This comprehensive atlas delves into the cartographic history of WWII: naval, l&, & aerial attacks from the invasion of Poland to Pearl Harbor & the Battle of the Bulge. Rare maps include a detailed Germany & Approaches map used by Allied forces in the final stages of the war, full large-scale wartime maps of the world used by President Roosevelt, & crucial Pacific theater maps used by B-17 pilots. Satellite data renders terrain as never before seen, highlighting countries & continents in stunning detail to include the towns, cities, provinces, & transportation roads for a pinpoint-accurate depiction of army movements & alliances. Gripping wartime stories from these hallowed fields of battle, along with photographs, sketches, confidential documents, & artifacts color the rest of this timeless & informative book. This definitive, lavishly illustrated book features an astonishing array of vintage & newly created maps, rare photographs, covert documents, & eyewitness accounts that illuminate the world`s greatest conflict. ...

” Atlas Shrugged” is the astounding story of a man who said that he would stop the motor of the world
- & did. Tremendous in scope,
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