Wall map of Iraq from the National Geographic Society, PAPER version, 72 x 62cm (28 x 24 approx), presenting the country in the classic NGS style: light beige background with relief shading to show the topography & country borders outlined in contrasting colours for clarity. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. All place names are in the Latin alphabet only, with alternative versions provided where appropriate (Al Mawsil/ Mosul). In addition to the network of main roads & railways, the map also showing locations oil fields & pipelines, both on land & in the Gulf. Also provided is a glossary of Arabic geographic terms used on the map. This map is also available encapsulated. ...

Wall map of Iraq from the National Geographic Society, ENCAPSULATED version, 72.5 x 62.5cm (29” x 25” approx), presenting the country in the classic NGS style: light beige background with relief shading to show the topography & country borders outlined in contrasting colours for clarity. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. All place names are in the Latin alphabet only, with alternative versions provided where appropriate (Al Mawsil/ Mosul). In addition to the network of main roads & railways, the map also showing locations oil fields & pipelines, both on land & in the Gulf. Also provided is a glossary of Arabic geographic terms used on the map.* This map is also available in on paper without the encapsulation.*LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:*- *laminated* wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- *encapsulated* wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- *please note:* many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above. ...

Wall map of Iraq from the National Geographic Society, PAPER version, 72 x 62cm (28” x 24” approx), presenting the country in the classic NGS style: light beige background with relief shading to show the topography & country borders outlined in contrasting colours for clarity. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. All place names are in the Latin alphabet only, with alternative versions provided where appropriate (Al Mawsil/ Mosul). In addition to the network of main roads & railways, the map also showing locations oil fields & pipelines, both on land & in the Gulf. Also provided is a glossary of Arabic geographic terms used on the map.* This map is also available encapsulated. ...

A clear & detailed 73x 67cm map with relief depicted by elevation tinting & spot heights. Landscape features such as lakes, salt lakes, salt flats, water holes, swamps & deserts are distinguished & archeological sites are highlighted & listed in a table. The map shows various categories of roads with distances marked between points, also railways, oil & gas piplines, airports, ports & administrative boundaries. Lines of latitude & longitude are drawn at 1° intervals. An index of place names is included. ...

Map No. H-6A in the TPC series: military topographic survey mapping covering the world's land masses & significant islands at 1:500, 000. The maps are useful as general topographical coverage where nothing else is available, although they are designed primarily as flying charts for military aircraft. TPC stands for Tactical Pilotage Chart. Relief is portrayed by a combination of contours (basic interval 500ft, intermediate contours shown where appropriate), elevation tinting & relief shading, plus spot heights. Towns, villages, major roads, railways & airports are shown but please note that many of the smaller settlements are not named & the road information is not necessarily up to date, as compilation & revision dates vary. Some air navigation information also appears on the map, such as radio beacons & restricted flying zones. Each TPC chart has both UTM & latitude/longitude grids overprinted on it, with additional margin ticks. IMPORTANT
- PLEASE NOTE: The series is gradually being withdrawn from sale to the general public & some sheets may no longer be available when ordered by us. Due to the nature of the map projection assembling these sheets to make a larger map is not recommended. in addition, colours used for relief are not constant throughout the series. In some areas of central Africa & South America the maps have blank spaces, reflecting localized deficiencies or inconsistencies in the survey data.
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In this insightful analysis, highly-respected expert John Robertson canvases the entirety of Iraq`s rich history, from the seminal advances of its Neolithic inhabitants to the aftermath of the American-led invasion & Iraq today. Grounded in extensive research, this balanced account of a country & its people explores the greatness & grandeur of Iraq`s achievements, the brutality & magnificence of its ancient empires, its contributions to the emergence of the world`s enduring monotheistic faiths, & the role the great Arab caliphs of Baghdad played in the medieval cultural flowering that contributed so much to the European Renaissance & the eventual rise of the West. Fascinating & thought-provoking, Robertson`s work sheds light on a remarkable story of world history, one that has been too often overlooked. Wide-ranging & extensive in approach, it is sure to be greatly appreciated by historians, students & all those with an interest in this diverse & enigmatic country. ...

Tony Blair`s decision to back George W. Bush in his attack on Iraq will go down as a defining moment for Blair, & for Britain. As Ambassador to the UN, Sir Jeremy Greenstock was centre stage in the dramatic months leading up to the Iraq war. After the war he was Special Envoy for Iraq, the UK`s highest authority on the ground, & he worked side by side with Paul Bremer, the US administrator of the Coalition Provisional Authority, in Baghdad & saw first-hand the impact of the divisive turf wars back in Washington. He kept a diary of what he witnessed in Iraq as the security situation deteriorated & has spoken remarkably candidly about the US-led administration. This extraordinary book is a record of what he saw. Greenstock writes openly about US-UK relations & takes his readers behind closed doors in the tumultuous days leading up to the Iraq war. Through his eyes we see the actions & interactions of key players in New York, Washington, London, Paris & the Middle East. To what extent was the Bush administration determined to attack Iraq come what may? What promise did Blair extract in exchange for backing Bush[unk] How important was Israel to American calculations? Was the war legal? What effect is it continuing to have on Britain`s long-term relations with America & Europe? No one is better positioned to set the story of Britain`s decision to go to war in its international context. Held back from publication when originally written in 2005, & now revised with a new foreword & epilogue following the publication of the Chilcot Report, Iraq: The Cost of War is a dramatic & groundbreaking blow-by-blow account of one of the most pivotal & controversial conflicts in recent world history. ...

Tony Blair`s decision to back George W. Bush in his attack on Iraq will go down as a defining moment for Britain. First as Ambassador to the UN, & then as Special Envoy for Iraq, the UK`s highest authority on the ground, Sir Jeremy Greenstock was centre stage in the tumultuous days leading up to the Iraq war & witnessed first-hand its tremendous impact. This extraordinary book is a record of what he saw. Greenstock writes openly about US-UK relations, taking his readers behind closed doors & revealing the actions of key players in New York, Washington, London, Paris & the Middle East. To what extent was the Bush administration determined to attack Iraq come what may? What promise did Blair extract in exchange for backing Bush? Was the war legal? What effect is it continuing to have on Britain`s long-term relations with America & Europe? Held back from publication when originally written in 2005, & now revised with a new foreword & epilogue following the publication of the Chilcot Report, Iraq: The Cost of War is a groundbreaking blow-by-blow account of one of the most pivotal & controversial conflicts in recent world history. ...

Double-sided road map of Ireland at 1:300, 000 from AA publishing, with plans of Dublin & Belfast. Road detail shows toll & toll-free motorways, dual carriageways, A, B, & local roads; motorway numbers are shown & distances are marked in kilometres. Scenic routes are marked. Railway lines & stops, ferry routes, & airports are highlighted, with car transportation indicated where available. Points of interest such as national parks, museums, & castles are clearly marked; administrative & national boundaries are prominently highlighted. The map is GPS compatible with the National grid overprinted on the map. City plans of Dublin & Belfast show one-way streets, points of interest & local facilities.A road distance chart & sa hape of the land physical map of Ireland are shown. The map is indexed, with Irish language areas marked on the mapping with their English equivalents. ...

The map of Ireland has text around it highlighting background & other useful information for each area or city. The Dublin maps are of the centre & of Temple Bar area. These two maps have 3D drawings of some of the buildings & named indications of shops, pubs & local tourist sights. Both maps are presented in a pleasing h&-drawn style that remains clear & practical. ...