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In this expanded edition of a classic work, Schider's complete, historical text is accompanied by a wealth of anatomical illustrations. A variety of plates showcasing master artists - including Leonardo, Rubens, Michelangelo, Muybridge, and Vesalius - and their classic works on anatomy are also included. Features 593 illustrations.
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112 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 23 cm
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Presents a tour of 109 different celestial sights -- from softly glowing clouds of gas and dust to unusual stars, clumps of stars, and vast star cities (galaxies)--all visible in binoculars. Each object is plotted on a detailed, easy-to-use star map, and most of these sights can be found even in a light-polluted sky. Also included are four seasonal all-sky charts that help locate each highlight.
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282 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm
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The global scale of climate change often feels beyond our comprehension. In The Atlas of a Changing Climate, ecologist Brian Buma helps us envision -- both literally and figuratively -- the history, present, and possible futures of the imperiled ecosystems directly influencing our lives. By presenting the forces driving Earth's changes through illuminating maps, charts, and infographics, Buma proves the depth of our connectivity to our planet, revealing...
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96 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 31 cm
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Take a time-travelling adventure around the globe with this atlas. Includes facts and history from the first people leaving Africa up to how the world looks now.
"This beautiful history atlas helps children learn about world history, all the way from the first humans leaving Africa right up to how the world looks now, with a modern world map. It's packed with more than 40 historical maps and fascinating nuggets of information about the past."--Publisher's...
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245 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm
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A news-parody compendium of world non-facts features maps and incorrect statistics for all of the world's independent nations, from Afghanistan to the Ukraine, and includes the world's rejected flag designs and the planet's most annoying handicrafts.
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384 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps (1 folded) ; 31 cm
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"A map-by-map guide to the epic history of America. America: The Atlas is a superb depiction of the history of North America and the United States told through maps both old and new. It is a wide-ranging story of the continent -- from the early peoples who first settled the land thousands of years ago, to the present day....This edition also includes 32 pages of bonus material, featuring a timeline of American history, a guide to all fifty U.S. states,...
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240 pages : illustrations (some colour), colour maps ; 18 x 23 cm
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A multitude of countries that once existed have since been erased from the map. Varying vastly in size and shape, location and longevity, the fifty 'nowherelands' in this book are united by one fact: all of them endured long enough to issue their own stamps. Some of their names, such as Biafra or New Brunswick, will be relatively familiar. Others, such as Labuan, Tannu Tuva, and Inini, are far less recognizable. But all of these lost nations have...
15) Atlas of amazing architecture: the most incredible architecture you've (probably) never heard of
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87 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 30 cm
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Explore the world of architecture as you've never seen it before, from tiny shacks to vast palaces - and everything in between! This atlas of architectural wonders eschews the classic children's book fare of the Pyramids and the Taj Mahal, and instead takes a broader view of what constitutes amazing architecture. Buildings include: the Jameh mosque of Isfahan in Iran, Native American plank houses in New Mexico, Stave Churches in Norway, The Djinguereber...
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1 atlas (256 pages) : color illustrations, color maps.
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Provides maps, facts, and photographs about countries and landforms around the world.
Discovering the world and all that's in it will take on a whole new level of excitement for kids with this bold and vibrant world atlas. It's full of fun facts, fascinating information, easy-to-read maps, lots of games, and vibrant pictures of everything from wacky hotels around the world to natural and man made wonders. Kids will be presented with people, places,...
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1 atlas (416 pages) : color illustrations, color maps ; 43 cm
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A comprehensive, up-to-date atlas encompasses more than three hundred thematic maps, along with more than six hundred color photographs, illustrations, charts, and graphs, that document the world's natural and cultural wonders.
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1 atlas (448 pages) : color illustrations, color maps ; 38 cm
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Provides maps and satellite photography that reflect the most recent political, economic, and demographic statistics, and presents articles addressing environment and population issues as they exist in the world today.
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