The Picture Atlas of the World is a new kind of atlas created specially for young people. It covers every continent and country in superb pictorial detail and includes all the world's newest nations. Beautifully drawn three-dimensional maps show not only mountains rivers volcanoes geysers and glaciers but also great buildings places of interest people animals food and national sports.Each map is supported by boxed features giving fascinating facts about the countries accompanied by colour photographs highlighting some aspect of the scenery or wildlife. The national flags of every country in the world are included as well as special illustrated features on capital cities and national wonders such as the Taj Mahal.Fun to use and easy to follow here is a real working atlas that makes geography come alive.The Picture Atlas of the World is one of a series of outstanding pictorial atlases for children.