'The Times Atlas Of The World Desktop Edition' is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient and easy-to use format, retaining the authority, style and detail of the larger Times atlases.
The introductory section covers major world geographical themes - from earthquakes and volcanoes to population growth, communications and climate change - giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. A unique 16 page section is full of thousands of world facts and figures, including a wide range of extra country statistics, time zone map, climate graphs, ranking tables and a distance chart.
Detailed maps in the distinctive and 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 and cities, roads, railways, international boundaries and topography.
The index to over 25,000 place names illustrates the scope of this world atlas, which is ideal for home and business use.