Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?Re=3295&N=3+5830 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1683729 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1738293 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1738290 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1678797 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1738296 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1543337 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1658753 Includes more than 90 maps, detailed factfiles on every nation, 20,000 place names, and a comprehensive index-gazetteer. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1660575 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1622878 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1191191 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1733279 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1168123 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1192246 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1377700 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1168127 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1584190 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1170028 In this definitive reference, sophisticated software combines with comprehensive analysis of every aspect of life to represent the world as it really is. Digitally modified maps or cartograms depict the areas and countries of the world not by their physical size, but by their demographic importance on a vast range of subjects, from basic data on population, health, and occupation to how many toys we import and who is eating the most vegetables. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1377701 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1191187 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1172567 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1191189 An encyclopedic treatment of the world using the latest digital mapping techniques and satellite data to create high-definition maps, complemented by photographs, diagrams, and statistics. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1111956 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185682 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=983370 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1201373 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185632 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1201355 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=999157 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=999161 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1043676 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1168105 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1191190 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=966538 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1168118 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1030254 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=750997 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1196043 Publishers description: While tensions continue to rise in Iraq and surrounding countries, there is a heightened curiosity worldwide for definitive, balanced, and timely information about the Middle East. This concise and distinctive volume provides a fascinating, in-depth look at the driving forces that have led to acts of violence, religious fervor, and costly wars in this hostile territory and lends valuable insight into the present situation. National Geographic Atlas of the Middle East contains newly researched and updated maps illustrating the diverse issues of the region today. Boundary and territorial disputes, the uneven distribution of natural resources, and booming population pressures are detailed in stunning visual explanations. Other regional thematic maps elaborate on questions surrounding religion, ethnic and linguistic groups, oil, water, agriculture, industry, trade, international corporations, and military forces. The complex history of the Middle East is explored through maps devoted to topics that include the rise and falls of empires, civilizations, major conflicts, holy sites, and various other significant events that have shaped the region. Geographically, politically, thematically, and chronologically organized, National Geographic Atlas of the Middle East is an accessible reference to a turbulent area prominent in headlines, hearts, and minds. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=750999 Features facts and statistics about the countries and regions of the world, and includes color maps, photographs, diagrams, and illustrations. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=752350 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1716180 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=676158 Using more than five hundred historical maps from collections around the world, this book is the first to tell the story of Americas past from a geographical perspective. Covering more than half a millennium in U.S. history - from conception to colonization to Hurricane Katrina - this atlas documents the discoveries and explorations, the intrigue and negotiations, the technology and the will that led the United States to become what it is today. Richly detailed, visually breathtaking maps are accompanied by extended captions that elucidate the stories and personalities behind their creation. Coasts and mountains, rivers and lakes, and peaks and plains are described by explorers encountering them for the first time. These maps can convey explorers ideas of what lay over the mountains ahead, their notions about what was discovered, and their explanations of the lands potential for sponsors back home. The maps can also show a promoters attempt to sell his project to settlers or a generals assessment of a coming battle. They chart the wars that created and molded the country: the French and Indian War and the War for Independence; the Mexican and Civil Wars; the numerous Indian wars; as well as more localized battles of conquest and survival. Readers can follow the progression of map creation and design as more knowledge was gained about the American continent.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1168120 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=697692 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=657641 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=657656 The Age of Imperialism; Lenin; the First World War; the rise of Hitler; the Second World War; decolonisation; the United Nations; the collapse of communism; the Gulf Wars; the 20th century was a time of massive political upheaval and rapid transition. The Collins Atlas of the 20th Century History provides a new approach which makes sense of historys first truly global century. A must for anyone interested in understanding the forces that shaped the 20th century world, and perfectly suited for A-level and university students.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=669926 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=669547 This lavishly illustrated book presents the history and culture of the remarkable ancient Greeks, allowing readers a clear and concise view into this influential civilization. Religion, war, art, politics, and mythology are explored in detail. Specially designed maps complement the text, highlighting the development of Greek civilization, its commerce, political and social development, military achievements, and eventual collapse. Book jacket.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=659618 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=675119 Building on the integrity of its First Edition and the strong reviews of the Twelfth, the Atlas remains at the forefront of essential geographic resources. Full of maps of urban areas worldwide, the Thirteenth Edition adds Orlando, Florida, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Montreal, Quebec, for a total of 69 cities. As ever, the colorful 48-page World Geography section - beautifully illustrated with tables, charts, and photographs - provides a wealth of information on critical topics such as climate change and global warming, biodiversity, population growth and immigration, industrial output, alternative energy sources, and standards of living. Plus, as in past editions, the Atlas has been thoroughly updated to reflect the world transforming around us. The completion of the Tibet Railway linking Tibet with the rest of China, the opening of five new international airports, the appearance of new regions in Denmark, along with dozens of other editorial improvements make this the most reliable atlas on the market. Finally, the Thirteenth Edition also boasts several new features: the latest name forms in S. Korea and Greece, new maps of Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Korea, and Taiwan. Current census statistics fill a table showing the most up-to-date population figures for major world cities, and a streamlined index makes searching the book easier than ever.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=657705 This cartographically innovative, scrupulously accurate resource is the first atlas derived from the newly developed, state-of-the-art National Geographic cartographic database. Within each continent nearly all regional maps are presented at the same scale. This feature allows readers a clearer view of relative size, proximity, relief, and population density. The rich visual content of the atlas includes up-to-date, engaging maps, as well as contextual perspectives on related natural and human themes - all in a portable book format that suits the needs of active students, educators, and those with a thirst for geographic knowledge. Adding to readers experiences and fulfilling their need for timely information, an exclusive, password-protected companion website is provided. The Collegiate Atlas leads inquisitive minds through its content, with an introductory section that helps readers better understand how geographic data are gathered, processed, and interpreted. Also, explanations address traditional subjects such as map scales, projections, and map-reading skills.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=659925 The Second World War is the largest event in the history of mankind. No populated continent was untouched by its operations, and the political structure of the postwar world has been largely determined by its outcome. The global nature of the war, and the ambitions of the belligerents, meant that it was fought on a scale that, even today, confounds the imagination. It was a stimulus to unparalleled economic activity and provoked the most important clash of ideologies experienced by the world since the Crusades. The Collins Atlas of World War II furthers our understanding of the war that forever changed our world. The scale and scope of the war is examined here in graphic form, with maps that trace the military campaigns as well as the social and political developments. Authoritative text addresses the issues and events leading to war and all of the clashes and challenges during wartime. Features: more than 125 full-color maps, diagrams, and timelines; edited by acclaimed military historian John Keegan; comprehensive coverage of the prewar world and the world at war; examination of military plans and key battles; Internet links for further research; and glossary and index.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=597084 The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Medieval World traces the development of peoples, cultures and faiths between the coming of the barbarian invasions in the fourth century and voyages to the New World in the sixteenth. It examines the sweeping changes that took place across Europe, from the fall of the Roman Empire to the foundations of modern European civilization that were laid by 1300, and explores the birth of Islam, the rise of the Christian church and the role of Judaism across Europe. Coverage of major events - Arab conquests, the Crusades, the Black Death - is complemented by discussion of such key topics as the medieval economy, the growth of towns and the spread of printing. Illustrated with photographs, artwork recreations and full-colour maps, this is a one-volume introduction to Europe and its neighbours in the Middle Ages.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=597122 The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilisations explores the worlds earliest cultures from the farming settlements of Mesopotamia to the Americas and Polynesia, via the birth of Greek city states and the foundation of Rome. It examines the development of civilizations in the Near East - Babylonian, Assyrian, Persian - as well as those in Europe - the Minoans, Etruscans and Celts. Across the continents of Africa, Asia and America it covers subjects including Egypt from its pre-dynastic roots to the age of the Pharaohs, China during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and the great cities of the Incas and Aztecs. Vivid descriptions of individual civilizations are complemented by discussion of such key topics as colonization, agriculture and technology, and the rise of empires. Richly illustrated with photographs, artwork re-creations and full-colour maps, this is an illuminating and multi-faceted one-volume introduction to early peoples and the worlds they created.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=539628 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=540153 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=441071 Provides information about eight different habitats around the world and the various animals that live in each. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=401673 This volume presents the important discoveries of modern marine exploration and oceanography. Balthymetric charts of the ocean floor, insets of panoramic drawings, deep sea charts, satellite images, previously unpublished charts of the North and Baltic Seas, and detailed relief, historical, and thematic maps provide the geological history of the Earths oceans and their current incarnations. In addition, the text discusses the oceans animal life and underwater phenomena; how the oceans were formed and their continuing transformation; their relationship to climate, weather, sun and air; and currents, trade winds, mineral resources, major shipping routes, shallows, and straits. Illustrated with 200-plus color photographs and drawings. Oversize: 10.75x12.5. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=401777 In the classic tradition of National Geographics renowned land atlases, this definitive, state-of the-art atlas of Earths ocean is an unprecedented achievement. Over 150 photos. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=313502 As Europe emerged from the psychological restrictions of the Middle Ages, the new learning of the Renaissance emboldened a handful of adventurers to seek new horizons across the Ocean Sea. And so began the Age of Discovery. A story of intense passion, rivalry, and excitement, it is still seen as one of the greatest periods of global discovery. In this coverage of the subject, re-discover Christopher Columbus, Vasco da Gamas search for a sea route to the Indies, John Cabots explorations of North America, and Ferdinand Magellans circumnavigation of the globe. Historical Atlas of Exploration contains a selection of contemporary illustrations and 70 detailed full-color maps that follow each explorer on his travels.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=300115 What routes did slaves take when they wanted to escape in search of freedom -- or flee after an ill-fated rebellion against white plantation-owners? Where are the historical centers of Southern Judaism? How did the New Deal rebuild the modern south? The engrossing text and vivid maps in this new historical atlas provide a unique geographical perspective on the history of the South. Coverage includes: the first European settlers and resultant Native American migrations, the Civil War, Reconstruction, bus boycotts, the contemporary fight against poverty and crime, and much, much more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1345615 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=271830 Readers Digest has produced a comprehensive factual and geographic reference to the United States. With more than 200 full-color maps, hundreds of illustrations and photos, and in-depth profiles of all 50 states, Atlas of America will answer just about every question youve ever had. Using digitized satellite images and custom-designed computer technology, Hammond Incorporated has created state-of-the-art topographic maps of each state that show the wrinkles and zigzags of the landscape with great accuracy. Three-dimensional shading and the color-coding of elevations highlight each landform. Roads, rivers, towns, urban centers, Indian reservations, national parks, historic monuments, and major tourist attractions can be easily identified. Additional maps zero in on major metropolitan areas and the streetgrids of selected cities.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=20664 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=204791 Mapping Americas Past brings a sweeping range of historical details into sharp focus. Rather than simply charting activity, it explores the issues and the influences that have formed this country over the centuries, clarifying our environmental, social, economic, demographic, political, and cultural development. Its themes are as intimate as they are far-reaching: from utopian communities, Prohibition, gender relations, and segregation to exploration, colonization, the slave trade, immigration, and the containment of communism. Each of the 120 spreads considers a historical debate or theme in comprehensive detail. Nearly 400 color maps, created specially for this volume, help to illustrate the abundant history of the United States, from pre-Columbian times to the present. With text by an acclaimed team of historians, and further enhanced by more than 120 paintings, engravings, and photographs that provide a visual commentary on the countrys life and culture, Mapping Americas Past is a vibrant and informative history that offers a truly new look at who Americans are.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=136317 Issued 2 sections in 1; each section has own title: San Bernardino County; and: Riverside County. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=174125 The breakup of the Soviet Union has been accompanied by a new surge of interest in this most fascinating and contradictory of nations. This atlas covers Russias history from the coming of the Slavic peoples and the invasion of the Swedish Rus and the Mongols through the territorial expansion of Catherine the Great to the rise of communism, the Cold War era, and the disintegration of the Soviet Union. Full color. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=157305 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=174128 From the American Revolution to Desert Storm, this historical atlas charts the course of the U.S. Navy across its entire history. The large-format maps are presented in full color, with facing text that discusses the action depicted and its significance. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=174126 More than 15 centuries after its fall, the Roman Empire continues to profoundly influence world history. This atlas traces the empires rise and fall, looking at its provinces and cities, trade and economy, armies and frontier defenses; charting its transformation into a Christian theocracy; and assessing its lasting impact. Full color. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=169603 This atlas examines the history of North Americas three principle nations, the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, from their colonial origins to the formations of the North American Free Trade Association. The survey follows the rise of the U.S. to superpower status and assesses the relation of the three nations as a whole to the rest of the world. Full color. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=245381 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=118071 An invaluable new historical reference, to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the Treaty of Versailles. The core of the Atlas is a collection of double-page spreads, each concentrating on a specific campaign or battle. Each spread includes a specially commissioned four-color main map with annotated overlays. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=208215 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=239780 For the first time in any language, here is an atlas that covers all of East Central Europe, from the early fifth century through 1992. The atlas encompasses the countries of Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Yugoslavia, Macedonia, Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Also included are the eastern part of Germany (historic Mecklenburg, Brandenburg, Prussia, Saxony, and Lusatia), Bavaria, Austria, northeastern Italy (historic Venetia), the lands of historic Poland-Lithuania (present-day Lithuania, Belarus, and Ukraine up to the Dnieper River), Moldova, and western Turkey. The organization of the atlas is basically chronological. Eighty-nine full-color maps and accompanying text constitute a history of the region. Several maps illustrate the changing political and administrative boundaries of the region at key historical dates and are interspersed with other maps that focus on similar changes within individual countries or specific areas. Thematic maps deal with such subjects as the economy, ecclesiastical structures, education and culture, demography and ethnicity, and military affairs. Numerous tables and lists provide related statistical and demographic material. Especially useful is the detailed index, which includes thousands of variant place names. The Historical Atlas of East Central Europe will be invaluable to scholars, diplomats, journalists, students, and general readers who wish to have a fuller understanding of this critical area, with its many peoples, languages, and continued political upheaval.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=141875 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=149633 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=222696 Atlas of the Holocaust, the product of seven years research, is a comprehensive record of the Nazi attempt to annihilate the Jews of Europe during World War II. World-renowned historian Martin Gilbert has drawn each of the 316 maps especially for this atlas. All are fully annotated and are based on documentary evidence from a wide range of sources. The atlas traces each phase of the Holocaust, beginning with the anti-Semitic violence of prewar Germany and leading to the German conquest of countries in which the Jews had lived for centuries. Presented in chronological order, the maps document in compelling detail, month by month and week by week, the story of the Holocaust, from the spread of the early random killings of Jews and their systematic mass expulsion from thousands of towns and villages to the establishment of ghettos and the setting up of the death camps. The atlas ends with the death marches and executions in the final days of the Allied liberation. Also shown on the maps are more than two hundred acts of resistance and revolt, as well as areas of Jewish partisan activity and other avenues of escape and rescue. Many maps tell the stories of hundreds of children deported to their deaths. Others bear witness to individuals active in revolt and tell moving sagas of their courage and defiance.--BOOK JACKET. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=135301 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=131097 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=133598 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=199014 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=131469 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=131473 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=136321 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=249828 The Atlas of American History encompasses the sweep of our continents history from 1492 to the 1980s. Here, the student or researcher can find, at a glance, a wealth of information on virtually every significant event, trend and topic. 250 maps, charts and illustrations. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=251166 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=136812 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=136807 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=173379 This lavishly illustrated volume explores the long history and rich culture of the Jewish people, from ancient times to the present day. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=134246 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=121997 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=273464 This picturesque look at ancient Roman life covers: religion, slave wars, provinces of the empire, everyday life, and much more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=22840 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=135791 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=134451 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=22743 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=185926 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=29876 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=122318 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=252688