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Hammond World Atlas Fifth Edition | 
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| Creator: Hammond
Publisher: Hammond World Atlas Corp.
Category: Book
List Price: $59.95
Buy New: $35.97
You Save: $23.98 (40%)
Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 61280
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 5
Pages: 464
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7.1
Dimensions (in): 14.1 x 10.9 x 1.4
ISBN: 0843709677
Dewey Decimal Number: 912
EAN: 9780843709674
ASIN: 0843709677
Publication Date: October 15, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Editorial Reviews:
Book Description
The Hammond World Atlas has garnered awards for graphics, accuracy, and innovation in each edition. Of this peerless, indispensable resource, the Philadelphia Inquirer states, "The Hammond World Atlas is beautiful, and after 100 years, the folks at Hammond have got it down." We are proud to announce the publication of the completely revised edition of Hammond World Atlas Corporation's landmark publication, the Hammond World Atlas Fifth Edition. This gorgeous, oversized, full-color atlas is perfect for exploring the world in which we live. Featuring compelling articles, stunning photography, and enhanced Terra-Scape maps that make the topographic features leap off the page, this new edition has been updated to include the latest developments in our changing world. Features include: * Dramatic, full-color continent openers on current events and subjects, such as Hurricane Katrina and the European Union, illustrated with four-color photos and eye-catching graphics
* Breathtaking new 48-page Satellite Image Section adds a compelling visual perspective of the world's geographical features
* 64-page Thematic Section highlights such themes as the Solar System, including information on Pluto's demotion to a "dwarf planet," Tsunamis, including the 2004 disaster in Asia, and Global Warming
* The Map Section--more than 200 accurate, easy-to-read digital maps with striking physical relief , updated to include the two newest nations of Montenegro and Serbia
* Updated population chart and figures--the U.S. has hit the 300 million mark
* Handy reference tools include a World Statistics Chart, Countries of the World with flags and facts (Venezuela and the Democratic Republic of Congo have new country flags), a Glossary of Foreign Terms, and an easy look-up 100,000-entry Master Index
* Hundreds of four-color photographs throughout Visually rich and appealing, this deluxe atlas is an ideal gift and a valuable addition to any home or office library.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Purchased of this book July 26, 2008
Rosemary Peek (Glendale, California United States)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
When I purchased the Hammond World Atlas I was very excited. Few days later when I received this book I was very disappointed when I open the box the cover corner of the book was damaged it look like it has been used.
Can't say "the completely revised ,Fifth Edition" January 18, 2008
Tatsuo Nakao (Urayasu Japan)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
You can't say the Satellite Photo Section and the Map Section are "compelely revised".Those sections are almost the same as the 4th edition.
Saitama city of Saitama Prefecture in Japan(a big city near Tokyo which consisted of the three old cities several years ago) is not yet on the map.
I hope a map of the southern Italy is added to this atlas and show the famouse world cultural heritage town "Alberobello".
Newly added "the countries of the world" section is a very good reference part.
 Quality atlas January 17, 2008
Inna Z (San Diego, CA)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I also bought this one as a gift and was pleasantly surprised: it features high quality print, detailed maps with correct spelling (I have reviewed a few sections), beautiful panoramic and satellite images as well as vignettes on current global events. The price is very reasonable for what you are getting. Ordering one for myself!
Good Xmas gift worked out! January 12, 2008
R. A. Pennington (Coos Bay, OR United States)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
The atlas was bought by me for my lady friend. We tried to buy a world atlas locally but not a single bookstore had one. Going to Amazon.com meant I got a $59.95 atlas for $37.77 shipped...can't beat that! On top of that, Amazon.com was ahead of projected shipping time so it got here in good order to be given as a present.
The lady enjoys it very much. As she watches a TV show or news, she will find herself curious about the place being discussed. This atlas lets her find out all sorts of good stuff and she's very happy with it.
My decision to go with the Hammond World Atlas was due to the more expensive ones showing reviews where the publisher was taking a lot of shortcuts in quality and the atlases were not as up to date as the Hammond. Why pay $200 for something that isn't up to grade when $37.77 will get the job done? If a person needs more information than the atlas has, they can always go to the library or the net.
Review for Hammond World Atlas January 3, 2008
S. Howe
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Purchased the atlas for my Father for Christmas. He really likes it. We chose this atlas because it was one of the newer ones published and the pictures were excellent. It looked like it was very clear and consise with its contents.
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