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The Britannica Atlas is a definitive and ambitious cartographic achievement, crafted by Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. and Rand McNally & Company. Departing from traditional atlas design, this work prioritises internationalism and absolute comparability across all maps. By employing a rigorous selection of uniform scales, it allows readers to make valid areal comparisons between vastly different regions of the Earth.
The atlas provides a comprehensive and progressively detailed view of our world, moving from global perspectives to detailed metropolitan maps. With contributions from a global team of scholars, it features parallel text in five languages and adopts the metric system, ensuring a truly international perspective. The work is enriched by thematic maps covering economic, political, and cultural patterns, alongside sophisticated shaded relief techniques that grant the maps a compelling, three-dimensional quality. Designed to bridge the gulf between mere knowledge and genuine understanding, this atlas serves as an essential companion for any reader looking to grasp the complexities of our present-day world. It is an unparalleled resource for students, scholars, and curious minds alike.
Used (good, see images, ex library) Hardcover ISBN 0852294158
