human geography

Simple text and color maps and photos introduce young readers to ten cultures around the world, presenting facts about their histories, languages, and customs.

A visual encyclopedia of the people of the world, including their languages, religions, lifestyle, occupations, and buildings, as well as issues that have an impact on all people.

A collection of panoramic photographs of Earth at night taken by the light-sensitive cameras and Cupola on the International Space Station.

Contains essays and short articles, photographs, and reference and thematic maps that provide information about the unique geography, history, and cultural traditions of fifteen regions in the United States.

Describes life in the rain forests of the world and how people survive there.

Describes human life in river valleys, with the Wayana Indians of South America and the Omo of East Africa as examples.

A reader that discusses the different types of houses and homes.

Describes cities of the past and several aspects of contemporary city life around the world, including transportation, shopping, entertainment, and tourism, as well as pollution.

In his last major work, the great historian returns to his first love: France in all its diversity and how it has changed over the centuries.