New Releases by National Geographic Society

Brace yourself for some serious (seriously fun) ickiness! This delightfully disgusting book is a tribute to all kinds of everyday nastiness! Discover yucky jokes, laugh-out-loud lists, kooky knock-knocks, funny puns, strange tongue twisters, and more to share with friends and family. Funny profiles of super-gross animals and weird-but-true science show that grossness is also downright fascinating.

Provides physical and thematic maps of the Earth, covering such aspects as population, food, minerals, climate, politics, and energy, as well as maps of the surface of the Moon, Mars, inner and outer solar system, and universe.

"Plan where, when, and how to plot your adventure with National Geographic''s worldwide network of travel experts and insider tips from locals"--Cover.

Identifies hidden treasures and lesser-known points of interest in each of America''s national parks.

Gathers political, social, and physical maps of the world.

Following the success of the Journeys of a Lifetime series, National Geographic delivers this large-format, lavishly illustrated travel planner, packed with more than 250 big, colorful images, 110 original, detailed maps, and evocative text.

Maps, photographs, illustrations, and text present information about the continents of the world.

Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.

A definitive collection of every issue of National Geographic magazine in 120 years.

The first non-fiction reading series for English language learners to present captivating real-world stories in print, audio, and video.

Offers detailed information on every bird family in the world, including their physical characteristics, behaviors, conservation status, taxonomy, and photographs of individual species.

A comprehensive, up-to-date atlas encompasses more than three hundred thematic maps, along with more than six hundred color photographs, illustrations, charts, and graphs, that document the world''s natural and cultural wonders.

"In this one-of-a-kind atlas, [General Stonewall] Jackson''s map and dozens more - both archival and newly created - trace the battles, political turmoil, and defining themes of the nation''s most pivotal conflict."-inside jacket.

Learn about the 50 states in this book filled with facts, maps and colorful pictures.

Offers tips from parks staff; suggests trails for biking, hiking, and flower gazing; with photographs and maps.

With worldwide interest focused on the Middle East, this authoritative volume illuminates contributing factors to many of the region''s hot-button issues. Includes fascinating history and reliable maps. 40 color photos.

Cartography.

This compact, easy-to-use atlas offers the convenience of smaller scale without sacrificing clarity or detail; instead, identically-scaled maps on a given continent enable readers to compare physical, political, and regional information simply and accurately. In addition, access to a companion Web site provides continuing and complementary information.

Provides descriptions of over eight hundred North American birds, and includes illustrations and range maps.

A guide to people and portrait photography, featuring advice from photographers for "National Geographic" magazine, discussing composition, cameras and lenses, lighting, action, and other topics.

Beautifully designed and user friendly, this definitive, revised edition of the Society''s bestselling guide illuminates all 55 of the scenic national parks in the US. Includes detailed descriptions of each park, author-guided tours of personal favorites, excursions to nearby sites, national monuments, wildlife refuges and forests. 76 maps. 45 color photos.

Cities and towns -- United States -- Guidebooks.

Why do 750 million visitors head to state parks each year? Their easy-to-reach locations, beautiful scenery, and outdoor activities make them a natural choice for day trips as well as longer stays. Now, the directors of all 50 state park agencies recommend their best parks to The National Geographic Society. 250 color photos. 32 color maps.

Explore some of the Southwest''s greatest scenic marvels. A 16-page portfolio highlights the diversity of plants and animals that live in canyon country.

"Discover the amazing variety of our eastern national parks." In the company of National Geographic writers and photographers explore islands of preservation set amid some of the most populated areas of the United States. Meet naturalists and rangers, fishermen and fellow travelers. Journey from the fog-drenched cliffs and teeming tide pools of Acadia in Maine to the glistening saw grass of Florida''s Everglades. Go underground at Mammouth Cave. Hike through rhododendrons and mountain laurel for a misty morning view of the Great Smokies, then watch autumn tint Blue Ridge hills and hollows. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Biscayne, Virgin Islands, and Dry Tortugas, one of our newest national parks.

Though well known for its portrayal of exotic places, the magazine has also featured numerous stories on the United States during the course of the century. This selection of US stories and images presents some of the best. In addition, the volume provides the "story behind the story" of the precepts and ideas that have shaped the classic journal, and an up-close portrait of the photographers and writers who have chronicled in stunning photos and sparkling prose not only the American landscape but every kind of human endeavor and accomplishment. Oversize (11x12.25"). Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Animals, habitat, and a list of U.S. endangered species is included.

Provides an introduction to the national parks of the United States and Canada through the adventures of various young people as they explore Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Everglades, Cape Cod, Pacific Rim, Crater Lake, and Grand Canyon.