The core of this is the extensive world mapping section of 290 pages which includes large-scale maps of each US state; Canada; Mexico; Britain and Ireland; Europe; Australia and New Zealand. This atlas also includes the world's newest country, Kosovo, which declared its independence from the Republic of Serbia in February 2008. These maps are accompanied by a set of six ocean floor maps and a 56 page section on World Geography which features colorful spreads on astronomy, biodiversity and the natural world, climate change and global warming, together with economic topics such as globalization. Also included are stunning full-page photos of our planet that show, in vivid color, evidence of the effects of climate change.

Relief shown by shading, spot heights, and gradient tints. Depths shown by gradient tints and soundings. Includes index.

Foreword -- User guide -- World statistics -- Images of earth -- World geography -- World cities -- Oceans -- World maps -- Europe -- Asia -- Africa -- Oceania -- North America -- South America -- Geographical glossary -- Index to world maps.