Best Selling Books by National Geographic Society

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The vanishing wildlife of North America, where you can find help in locating them.

This compact, easy-to-use atlas offers the convenience of smaller scale without sacrificing clarity or detail; instead, identically-scaled maps on a given continent enable readers to compare physical, political, and regional information simply and accurately. In addition, access to a companion Web site provides continuing and complementary information.

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.

Examines the Earth''s geologic history, climate, vegetation, population, food, economies, and mineral resources, and offers physical, political, and subject maps of each continent.

Beautifully designed and user friendly, this definitive, revised edition of the Society''s bestselling guide illuminates all 55 of the scenic national parks in the US. Includes detailed descriptions of each park, author-guided tours of personal favorites, excursions to nearby sites, national monuments, wildlife refuges and forests. 76 maps. 45 color photos.

Offers tips from parks staff; suggests trails for biking, hiking, and flower gazing; with photographs and maps.

With worldwide interest focused on the Middle East, this authoritative volume illuminates contributing factors to many of the region''s hot-button issues. Includes fascinating history and reliable maps. 40 color photos.

Describes five geography themes; each introduces a new concept to help children describe their own adventure as they explore the different regions of the United States.

Provides physical and thematic maps of the Earth, covering such aspects as population, food, minerals, climate, politics, and energy, as well as maps of the surface of the Moon, Mars, inner and outer solar system, and universe.

Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.

A bestseller with more than a quarter million copies sold, this completely revised and updated edition is still one of the most authoritative, sought-after guides to birds of North America on the market--for birders of all levels. 280 color plates. 630 range maps.

"Your multimedia interactive guide to the world"--Cover.

Covers everything from earth sciences to astronomy; from climate and habitats to human arts and cultures; from ancient history to cutting-edge technology; and descriptions, flags, and statistics of all the countries in the world.

Why do 750 million visitors head to state parks each year? Their easy-to-reach locations, beautiful scenery, and outdoor activities make them a natural choice for day trips as well as longer stays. Now, the directors of all 50 state park agencies recommend their best parks to The National Geographic Society. 250 color photos. 32 color maps.

Offers descriptions, road maps, itineraries, travel tips, and cost and contact information for national parks from Virginia''s Shenandoah to Alaska''s Glacier Bay.

This lavish volume reveals National Geographic''s top picks for the world''s most fabulous journeys, along with practical tips for your own travels. Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic''s travel writers, this inspirational book spans the globe to highlight the best of the world''s most famous and lesser known sojourns. It presents an incredible diversity of possibilities, from ocean cruises around Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Every continent and every possible form of transport is covered. A timely resource for the burgeoning ranks of active travelers who crave adven.

Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.

Following the success of the Journeys of a Lifetime series, National Geographic delivers this large-format, lavishly illustrated travel planner, packed with more than 250 big, colorful images, 110 original, detailed maps, and evocative text.

Illustrations and maps introduce the geography, culture, and brief facts of each continent, and suggests activities to explore geography in depth.

"Plan where, when, and how to plot your adventure with National Geographic''s worldwide network of travel experts and insider tips from locals"--Cover.