The Times Desktop Atlas of the World is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient & easy to use format, retaining the authority, style & detail of the larger Times atlases. An excellent world atlas for every day use at home or work, representing broad coverage at a great price. This new edition of the Times Desktop Atlas of the World has been fully revised to bring all the maps & geographical information completely up-to-date. As with all the atlases in the Times range it offers great authority, outstanding quality & attention to detail. FULLY UPDATED Detailed up-to-date maps in the distinctive & respected Times style provide balanced, systematic coverage of all parts of the world. Each continent is introduced by a political map showing individual countries, followed by regional maps showing towns & cities, roads, railways, international boundaries & topography. The introductory section covers major world geographical themes
- from earthquakes & volcanoes to population growth, communications & climate change
- giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. The extensive index to over 25, 000 place names illustrates the scope of this world atlas which is ideal for home & business use. MAIN FEATURES Authoritative updated Times mapping of the whole world, including the newly independent country of South Sudan. Geographical reference section with flags, statistics & facts for the world's states & territories. Statistics & world maps on major geographical themes, including population, cities, climate, the environment & telecommunications. Unique 16 pages full of thousands of world facts & figures. Over 25, 000 index entries.

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Discover the truth behind the headlines with this collection of Private Eye`s popular reportage column Scene & Heard, including previously unseen sketches & reports. David Ziggy Greene travels the country asking questions & sketching scenes of modern life. His detailed, funny, astute works of graphic reportage
- at protests & festivals, cycle rides, farms & prisons
- reveal the human cost of policy & the profound local impact of legislation. This new collection of columns also contains much brand new material
- including a series of insightful sketches of human hubs such as A&E, the tube & the courts. With a foreword by Mark Thomas.


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Accompanying its larger cartographical parent, The Times Mini Atlas of the World is an ideal gift & handy pocket sized reference guide providing clear & detailed maps of every part of the world. Since its first inception in 1967, The Times’ atlases have always excelled in detailed & beautifully crafted mapping that represents the perfect blend of tradition, authority & style. In this mini-edition, published in 2015, there are full updates to the world’s states & territories as well as geographical information on the world’s physical features. A clear & detailed overview of the world today is provided in a series of maps, graphics, & statistics. The states & territories section also

Includes:: up to date information on country area, flags, languages, currency & population. Main features include 117 pages of authoritative up-to-date mapping of the whole world, geographical reference section with flags, statistics & facts for the world`s states & territories, statistics & thematic world maps on major geographical themes, including population, cities, climate & the environment. There is an extensive index which covers over 20, 000 locations.

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Times New Romanian provides a picture of Romania today through the individual first-person narratives of people who chose to go & make a life in this country. Each chapter a voice, each story in Times New Romanian provides readers with a look into the Romanian world
- the way things work, the vitality of the people, the living heritage of rural traditions, ordinary life
- sometimes dark, sometimes sublime, always interesting. In a land full of character & contradiction, there is a strong attraction for those with the spirit to meet the challenges, where the one thing you can be sure of is the unpredictable. Life is not always easy. These stories will tell you why... If you want to know more about Romanians & their country, the voices in Times New Romanian make for an enjoyable & lively read. Inspired by Studs Terkel & Tony Parker, Nigel used their oral history style & his own experience in Romania to guide him in recording these interviews.

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A stunning paperback collection of classic Morpurgo novels set in World War I, World War II & the Afghanistan conflict. Told ...

An engaging Times Tables activity book to really help boost your child`s progress at every stage of their learning! Including helpful questions & answers, this Maths book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child`s learning at home. Combining useful Maths practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Times Tables practice book helps to boost your child`s confidence & develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement. Included in this book: * questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at school * colourful activities that make learning fun & motivate children to learn at home * helpful tips & answers so that you can support your child`s learning ...

The Times Universal Atlas of the World contains 170 pages of fully updated mapping which reflects recent geopolitical & geographical changes in the world. Detailed geographical information features alongside the mapping to provide greater contextual knowledge for the cartography. A special feature of this atlas is the inclusion of a historical mapping section, featuring unique images from the 150 year history of Times atlases. These images not only illustrate the dramatic changes of the world we live in, but also the development of cartography over the years. Street plans of 46 of the world ...

The authority & accuracy of a top range Times World Atlas at an affordable price. Fully updated with extra information next to each map, making this a perfect reference tool for exploring the world. The latest mapping provides an amazingly detailed view of the world with detailed geographical information beside each map giving the reader a greater understanding of each area. FULLY UP-TO-DATE MAPPING The reference mapping, produced in the beautifully clear & distinctive Times style has been completely updated with thousands of changes reflecting recent geopolitical & geographical change around the world. As with all atlases in the Times range it offers great authority, outstanding quality & attention to detail. UPDATES INCLUDE World's newest country South Sudan Dissolution of Netherlands Antilles Samoa & Tokelau jump dateline Greenland ice cap Disputed areas of the world reviewed MAIN FEATURES A fascinating collection of maps from the last 150 years of world atlases included in an expanded historical mapping section. Satellite image shown for each continent along with textual description. The latest satellite images from around the world showcased in the imagery section. Geographical reference section with flags, statistics & facts for all the world's countries. Over 50, 000 index entries. The definitive guide book to the world. It makes your mind run wild & your feet itch. Jake Meyer ...

The authority & accuracy of a top range Times World Atlas at an affordable price. Fully updated with extra information next to each map, making this a perfect reference tool for exploring the world. The latest mapping provides an amazingly detailed view of the world with extensive geographical information beside each map, giving the reader a greater understanding of each area. FULLY UP-TO-DATE MAPPING The reference mapping, produced in the beautifully clear & distinctive Times style has been completely updated with thousands of changes reflecting recent geopolitical & geographical change around the world. As with all atlases in the Times range it offers great authority, outstanding quality & attention to detail. MAIN FEATURES * A fascinating collection of maps from the last 150 years of world atlases included in an expanded historical mapping section. * Satellite image shown for each continent along with textual description. * The latest satellite images from around the world showcased in the imagery section. * Geographical reference section with flags, statistics & facts for all the world`s countries. * Over 50, 000 index entries. ” The definitive guide book to the world. It makes your mind run wild & your feet itch.” Jake Meyer ...

Plan of the city at 1:15, 000 with separate enlargements for four of its central areas. Notable buildings & places of interest are highlighted. Tram & troleybus lines & railways are marked. A range of symbols denotes many specific features e.g. hotels & campsites, markets, filling stations, museums, car parks. Many locations are numbered & listed on the reverse. Four separate insets show the city ...