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Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Maps, charts & atlases
Scotland has had a uniquely important military history over the
last five centuries. Conflict with England in the 16th century,
Jacobite rebellions in the 18th century, 20th-century defences and
the two world wars, as well as the Cold War, all resulted in
significant cartographic activity. In this book two map experts
explore the extraordinarily rich legacy of Scottish military
mapping, including fortification plans, reconnaissance mapping,
battle plans, plans of military roads and routeways, tactical maps,
plans of mines, enemy maps showing targets, as well as plans
showing the construction of defences. In addition to plans,
elevations and views, they also discuss unrealised proposals and
projected schemes. Most of the maps - some of them reproduced in
book form for the first time - are visually striking and
attractive, and all have been selected for the particular stories
they tell about both attacking and defending the country.
The Place-Names of Wales was originally published in 1998 and
reissued in 2005 in the Pocket Guide series. This current updated
publication adds some thirty entries, which importantly take into
consideration more recent research. The entry for each place-name
provides details of historical forms and dates; analyses each name
into its component linguistic elements; tracks the later linguistic
development of the name and the influences upon it particularly
within a bilingual society; compares the name with similar names
elsewhere, and interprets that meaning within the history of Wales
and in the local context having regard for the landscape and
changing land-use. In addition to explaining the link between
place-names and language, history and landscape, the introduction
includes a section on the significance of place-name study, and a
short section to allow non-Welsh speakers to understand some
relevant sound-changes.
SPANISH EDITION. In this revised edition, the reader will find a
careful examination of the geography of Bible times that helps the
reader understand the Scriptures better.
Shows the solid and drift geology together as the 'underfoot
geology'.
The " Korea Travel Map " from Periplus is designed as a convenient,
easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper,
this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the
entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.
Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to
maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums,
monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters,
shopping centers and more
This 2nd edition includes maps and plans that are scaled to:
Area Maps: South Korea 1:1,000,000 Jeju Island 1:600,000
City Plans: Seoul 1:30,000 Central Seoul 1:10,000"Periplus Travel
Maps" cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the
Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of
fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of
India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western
style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles
are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the
considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world.
This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that
"Periplus Travel Maps" are the natural first choice for anyone
traveling in the region.
The Ordnance Survey Puzzle Book was 2018's bestselling Christmas
gift book so why not brush up on your map reading skills and crack
an array of fiendish puzzles all whilst learning amazing facts so
YOU can become the ultimate map-reader! Do you know your trig
points from your National Trails? Can you calculate using contours?
And can you fathom exactly how far the footpath is from the free
house? Track down hidden treasures, decipher geographical details
and discover amazing facts as you work through this unique puzzle
book based on 40 of the Ordnance Survey's best British maps.
Explore the first ever OS map made in 1801, unearth the history of
curious place names, encounter abandoned Medieval villages and
search the site of the first tarmac road in the world. With
hundreds of puzzles ranging from easy to mind-boggling, this mix of
navigational tests, word games, code-crackers, anagrams and
mathematical conundrums will put your friends and family through
their paces on the path to becoming the ultimate map-master!
Shows the solid and drift geology together as the 'underfoot
geology'.
A new edition of the market-leading atlas for CXC Geography
students, Philip's Caribbean Atlas for Secondary Schools provides
extensive coverage of the Caribbean area, together with a
comprehensive selection of world and regional maps. The atlas is
arranged in three sections for ease of use, with each page
colour-coded for rapid reference. The first section is devoted to a
detailed coverage of the Caribbean region in 48 pages, and includes
maps of every island plus Belize and Guyana, as well as
topographical, land use, tourism and mining maps. The second
section is made up of 72 pages of World topographical maps,
incorporating continental thematic maps on topics such as
population, climate and biomes, followed by 32 pages of World
thematic maps. This new 8th edition features updated mapping of all
Caribbean islands, as well as the latest statistics. The World map
section contains additional coverage of Brazil, the Americas and
Asia, while the World thematic section includes maps on volcanoes,
El Nino, tourism, energy, minerals, industry, trade and
international organizations. Completing the atlas is a section of
CXC study maps covering topics such as farming, soil conservation,
economics, tourism and urban land use. Features regional studies of
Mauritius, UK, Canada, USA and Brazil. The index gives
letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude
co-ordinates.
Shows the solid geology. Details of overlying drift deposits may be
omitted or shown only in outline.
Eighth edition of this popular atlas from the prestigious and
authoritative Times Atlas range. Latest satellite images and
fascinating historical maps. This world atlas contains the breadth,
scale and detail to make it an ideal reference resource for school,
home and business. The atlas has been brought fully up-to-date to
provide a detailed and attractive picture of the world today. The
beautifully illustrated introductory section gives a detailed
profile of today's world and covers major contemporary geographical
and global issues - such as environment and population growth -
through maps, images, statistics and graphics. The fully up-to-date
reference maps give exceptional detail and provide accurate,
accessible and attractive coverage, helping you explore the world.
44 city plans of the world's major cities, showing major places of
interest, have also been revised. A comprehensive guide to the
world's states and territories including flags, profiles and key
facts in included, making this the ideal reference atlas for home,
school or office. Main features of this atlas include: * 104 pages
of authoritative mapping of the whole world * Plans of 44 of the
world's major cities * Geographical reference section with flags,
statistics and facts for the world's states and territories *
Statistics and world maps on major geographical themes, including
earthquakes, population, cities, climate and the environment * The
latest images of the earth from space * Historical mapping of the
world from 1858 to the present day * 45,000 index entries
Finding your way around the various regions of Japan is a breeze
with this handy Tuttle Japan Traveler's Atlas. Designed for the
adventurous traveler and containing all the maps you'll need on
your explorations, this atlas includes many views that are not
available anywhere else. The atlas is conveniently divided into the
major regions of Japan: Tokyo Mt. Fuji & Around Tokyo Central
Honshu Kyoto Kansai Hiroshima & Western Honshu Northern Honshu
Hokkaido Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa & the Southwest Islands Each of
the 148 maps in this atlas is presented in a logical,
easy-to-follow manner, with emphasis on the most frequently-visited
areas. All cities, towns, villages, places of interest including
nature reserves are indexed for quick reference. Comprehensive:
detailed insets are given for all the major cities, travel
destinations and business hubs in Japan. Informative: Precise
locations are indicated for all popular sights, hotels,
restaurants, temples, shopping malls and other essential locations.
Practical: The handy size, well-designed key maps and comprehensive
index help you find any place you are looking for quickly.
Reliable: No need to worry about cell service or battery--the maps
in this atlas are thoroughly researched and regularly updated by
the leading publisher of Asia Pacific maps.
'The English Civil War is a joy to behold, a thing of beauty...
this will be the civil war atlas against which all others will
judged and the battle maps in particular will quickly become the
benchmark for all future civil war maps.' -- Professor Martyn
Bennett, Department of History, Languages and Global Studies,
Nottingham Trent University The English Civil Wars (1638-51)
comprised the deadliest conflict ever fought on British soil, in
which brother took up arms against brother, father fought against
son, and towns, cities and villages fortified themselves in the
cause of Royalists or Parliamentarians. Although much historical
attention has focused on the events in England and the key battles
of Edgehill, Marston Moor and Naseby, this was a conflict that
engulfed the entirety of the Three Kingdoms and led to a trial and
execution that profoundly shaped the British monarchy and
Parliament. This beautifully presented atlas tells the whole story
of Britain's revolutionary civil war, from the earliest skirmishes
of the Bishops' Wars in 1639-40 through to 1651, when Charles II's
defeat at Worcester crushed the Royalist cause, leading to a decade
of Stuart exile. Each map is supported by a detailed text,
providing a complete explanation of the complex and fluctuating
conflict that ultimately meant that the Crown would always be
answerable to Parliament.
The "Bible Atlas" locates points of significance in the Bible
narrative on clear maps and includes an index of Bible places.
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