These topographic atlases cover individual states with the most comprehensive detail available, including back roads, backwater lakes and streams, boat ramps, forests, wetlands, trailheads, campgrounds, public lands, prime hunting and fishing spots, and countless landmarks and points of interest. You'll also find a wealth of information on everything from family outings to wilderness adventures. The Atlas & Gazetteer is ideal for outdoor recreation, business travel, home or office reference, and countless other uses.New York Gazetteer categoriesCampgroundsFamily OutingsFishingHuntingOutdoor AdventuresRecreation AreasUnique Natural FeaturesSuggested UsesIn-vehicle for everyday referenceExploring back roadsOutdoor recreationpreparation and navigationBusiness travelPlanning vacations and leisure activitiesArmchair journeys

    The introductory section covers major world geographical themes—from climate and environment to population and urbanization—giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. A comprehensive guide to the world's states and territories including flags, capital cities, and key facts, make this the ideal reference atlas for home, school, or office. Authoritative up-to-date mapping of the whole world reflects such recent changes as the newly independent country of Kosovo; a geographical reference section offers flags, statistics, and facts for the world's states and territories; statistics and world maps on major geographical themes include population, cities, climate, and the environment; and an extensive index has more than 20,000 place names.

    The adventures of Harriet Shaw and her niece and nephew, Rebecca and William, as they set out on a round-the-world balloon race.