maps

Illustrations and simple text describe what a cartographer does, the ways in which maps are created, and how maps are used to show the climate, history, and geography of the United States.

A comprehensive, illustrated children's atlas of the U.S. that contains detailed maps of each state, state trivia, and references for school reports.

Presents an introduction to the fifty states in the U.S., as well as outlying areas, each with information on history, notable people and events, a listing of state facts, a map, and photographs. Grouped by region.

This book contains maps of each state in the United States, organized by region, accompanied by facts and figures.

Traces the history and culture of ancient Greece, discussing topics such as Minoan civilization, the Persian Wars, and the conquests of Alexander the Great, and includes over sixty full color maps, special features and timelines, and photographs and illustrations.

Presents a collection of maps that chronicle the geographic and cultural boundaries of Europe, the Mediterranean, and the steppeland to the East during the Medieval period, illustrating trade routes, towns, and populations pattern as the Roman Empire fell.

Contains maps of all fifty states as well as U.S. territories and Puerto Rico; and provides information on state birds, flowers, trees, nicknames, populations, and important dates. Includes glossary.

Text, maps, and illustrations chronicle four hundred years of history in New York City.

Combines clear, analytical text with full-color maps and graphics to provide a comprehensive guide to the politics and conflicts of the Middle East including the Arab-Israeli Wars, Iran and Iraq, U.S. presence and military spending, and the impact of Middle Eastern policies on the world.

Explores the geographical/ethnographic background, and cultural history of Africa, and features a tour of modern-day regions. Includes a chronological table, over ninety maps, and illustrations.