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Atlases, Globes & More
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READING AND TRAVEL GUIDE
Here's a page from Longitude, the specialty bookseller for travelers. To order online, and to see the latest, most comprehensive selection of books and maps, go to http://reading.longitudebooks.com/LO7097. You may also call 800-342-2164 to order or request a catalog.
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These 8 items are available
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The Pioneer
Replogle
EXPLORATION
2011
GLOBE
This is the blue-ocean globe you may remember from your childhood, with up-to-date cartography, bright colors, a metal base and an unusual "gyro-matic" mount whereby you can swivel the globe in all directions, including upside down. It's a traditional 12-inch tabletop model with blue oceans and a numbered full-meridian.
(GLB11, $69.00) |
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National Geographic Grosvenor
National Geographic
EXPLORATION
2011
GLOBE
The Grosvenor combines classic styling with the latest National Geographic cartography in colors reminiscent of parchment globes from centuries past. The Grosvenor desktop-style presents a 12" raised relief globe that helps you gain a better perspective of our earth. Its antique brass plated semi-meridian and base provide functionality and beauty. Perfect for office, study or living room.
(GLB57, $79.00) |
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National Geographic Byrd
National Geographic
EXPLORATION
2011
GLOBE
A medium teak hardwood base with steel yoke and diecast meridian makes this illuminated globe a sturdy globe perfect for the office, classroom and home. Thousands of place names are complemented with raised relief topographic features. Turn or tap the globe to activate 10 bright LED lights. Auto shut-off. Made in the U.S. Four AA batteries.
(GLB59, $229.00) |
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National Geographic Bowers
National Geographic
EXPLORATION
2011
GLOBE
The Bowers features updated cartography that makes our student globe perfect for back-to-school. Bring the vastness of the world to life for explorers of all ages with our new, illuminated desk globe. Perfect for classrooms, family rooms, and as a night-light in the bedroom. Thousands of place names are complemented with raised relief topographic features. Turn or tap the globe to activate 10 bright LED lights. Satin nickel semi meridian and base. Auto shut-off. Made in the U.S. Four AA batteries.
(GLB58, $119.00) |
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The National Geographic Eaton
National Geographic
EXPLORATION
2011
GLOBE
Thousands of place names give an accurate view of contemporary political boundaries. Raised relief helps distinguish topographic features around the world. Its antique brass plated gyro-matic meridian and hardware add to the classic look of this handsome tripod stand. Some assembly required. Replacement globes are available to purchase from the manufacturer when cartography is updated. Hardwood tripod is adjustable from 41.25" to 52.25".
(GLB60, $350.00) |
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Reporter Bag
Moleskine
2011
GEAR
With the same character as the classic moleskine notebook, this 9 1/2" x 11 1/2" bag, made of water repellent, black matte polyurethane and with a velour lining, is just the thing for your book or Nook. It accommodates a laptop up to a 13" screen. External: Elastic closure, adjustable strap with concealed sliding buckle, water repellent. Internal: Black terry fabric lining, fits laptops with up to 13" screens, one pocket with zipper.
(STF60, $99.95) |
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Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World
Times of London
REFERENCE
2011
BOXED
544 PAGES
FAVORITE
Get this latest edition of the world's most authoritative atlas at 25% off the $200 selling price. Worth every penny for its coverage, size and quality, each double-page spread is a whopping 16" x 22" and gorgeous. With excellent physical and political detail, superb coverage of polar areas, and a new and expanded index of 200,000 place names and geographic features. Complete with a slipcase. New features to this edition include 30 city plans from major cities around the world; flags for every country in the world; the new independent country of Kosovo; and major new place name updates in China, Russia, Kazakhstan, India, Afghanistan, and Iran. The detailed thematic information contains contributions from experts in their relevant geographical field. New topics discussed include migration, the global impact of recession, migration, and polar regions.
(GEN71, $150.00) |
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Classic World Map
National Geographic Society
2011
MAP
This larger, laminated National Geographic Classic World Map, shipped rolled in a tube, is 69" x 48".
(MAP30, $69.99) |
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Also Recommended
Atlas of World History
Patric O'Brien
REFERENCE
This fully revised second edition traces religions, populations, languages, trade, people and places from the first civilizations of Mesopotamia to the 21st century in hundreds of charts and maps, color illustrations and essays.
(REF32, $49.95) |
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Moleskine Plain Jane Pocket Notebook, Set of 3 Red
Modo & Modo
JOURNAL
These dashing red, flexible shirt pocket journals (3 1/2 x 5 /12) come in packs of three, each with 64 pages of fine, acid free paper.
(TVL489, $8.95) |
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National Geographic Atlas of the World
National Geographic
REFERENCE
$50 off the $175 cover price. The maps, densely printed with place names and features, are instantly familiar. With 13" x 19" jumbo pages (bigger is better in atlases), a 150,000-entry index, clear typography and its own slipcase.
(GEN05, $125.00) |
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National Geographic Collegiate Atlas of the World
National Geographic
REFERENCE
Clear, well-organized and visually arresting, this second edition of National Geographic's popular atlas includes thematic maps on tectonics, the Biosphere, World Energy, World Health, Nutrition, Literacy, Technology and Globalization.
(REF35, $40.00) |
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National Geographic Family Reference Atlas of the World
National Geographic Society
REFERENCE
With 1,000 crystal-clear maps, hundreds of illustrations, photographs, charts and tables, and 30 thematic spreads on everything from biodiversity and natural resources to world health and education, this is a marvelously informative, up-to-date atlas for all ages.
(WLD178, $65.00) |
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National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers
National Geographic Society
GUIDEBOOK
FAMILY
The colorful maps, bold photographs and basic facts in this lively guide to the world will entice the younger set (and their parents).
(WLD116, $24.95) |
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Oxford Atlas of the World
Oxford Univ. Press
REFERENCE
A beautifully illustrated 75,000 entry atlas featuring disputed boundries, railways, and principal roads. Updated annually.
(WLD84, $89.95) |
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Oxford Essential World Atlas
Oxford Univ. Press
REFERENCE
This 9 x 12-inch atlas features 100 pages of beautiful, well-organized regional, country and city maps, including a section on 30-page section on world statistics.
(WLD80, $24.95) |
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Oxford New Concise World Atlas
Oxford Univ. Press
REFERENCE
Much more compact than its glamorous cousins with fine digital cartography and clear, beautifully shaded maps. An excellent value.
(WLD149, $39.95) |
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The New Atlas of World History
John Haywood
REFERENCE
Stunning color maps and illustrated timelines trace the course of human culture aand history in arresting visual detail in this at-a-glance reference for different periods and regions.
(REF34, $49.50) |
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The Pocket World Atlas
Oxford Univ. Press
REFERENCE
You can't go wrong with this inexpensive pocket atlas, which includes city plans, country maps, gazetteer, index, time zones and basic statistical information on countries worldwide.
(GEN104, $16.95) |
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Historical Atlas of the American West
Derek Hayes
HISTORY
NEW
This spectacular atlas presents a sweeping history of the American West through 600 color maps, posters and other striking archival material, expertly annotated and beautifully presented by geographer and historian Hayes.
(USW606, $39.95) |
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Historical Atlas of the North American Railroad
Derek Hayes
HISTORY
Hayes (Historical Atlas of the American West) traces the development of trains from Britain in the 1820s to today's railroad revival in historical maps, photos, brochures and posters.
(NAM56, $39.95) |
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America Discovered, A Historical Atlas of Exploration
Derek Hayes
EXPLORATION
Derek Hayes artfully traces the discovery, exploration, and settlement of North America in 300 beautiful map in this sumptuous book, a testimony not only to Columbus, Coronado, Hudson, Lewis and Clark and others but also to the prairies, plains, waterways and mountains of the continent.
(NAM22, $35.00) |
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Historical Atlas of the Arctic
Derek Hayes
EXPLORATION
A handsome collection of 300 striking maps, most in glorious color and many presented here for the first time. Hayes provides captivating, scholarly commentary.
(ARC135, $64.95) |
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Historical Atlas of the Pacific Northwest
Derek Hayes
EXPLORATION
An impressively researched, fascinating collection of maps covering exploration and discovery from British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and the Yukon.
(PNW119, $40.00) |
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Lonely Planet Not for Parents Travel Book
Lonely Planet
TRAVEL NARRATIVE
FAMILY
A colorful collage of photographs, cartoons and illustrations, clever, culturally astute factlets -- and the biggest, best and most surprising information worthy of Ripley's Believe it or Not! -- this quirky tour of 200 countries presented by Lonely Planet will grab the attention of youngsters age seven and up. The new Not-for-Parents series also includes clever kids' guides to New York, London, Paris and Rome, each jammed with history, iconic attractions and neighborhoods to explore. The book on New York, for example, has pages variously devoted to Andy Warhol, the Statue of Liberty, subways and street food.
(TVL537, $19.99) |
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National Geographic Compact Atlas of the World
National Geographic Society
FIELD GUIDE
The world in your pocket! This colorful atlas includes not just the usual regional physical and political maps but also maps covering such things as population density, natural hazards, plate tectonics, climate and water availability. Antarctica is includes -- and world flags too. Not bad for a 250-page book the size of a post card!
(WLD234, $14.95) |
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Moleskine Utility Bag
Moleskine
Carry it by the the handle or over the shoulder, this versatile bag works both for for everyday use and overnight trips. Made of water repellent, matte black polyamide with a rigid base (it stands upright!), it holds a laptop with up to a 15" screen and various zippered pockets make it perfect for the traveler.
(STF59, $149.95) |
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