Most Popular Books by National Geographic Society

Photographs from the archives of "National Geographic" share an array of work reflecting the themes of The Land, Underwater, Science, The United States, and The World--by some of the world''s finest photographers.

"EarthPulse is a breath-taking pictorial about movements affecting and influencing our global society. Utilizing full-color imagery and National Geographic photographs, EarthPulse takes you on a journey of discovery covering topics such as The Human Condition, Our Relationship with Nature, and Our Connected World. Illustrated by specific examples, each section focuses on trends affecting our world today. Included are extensive full-color world and regional maps for reference. Updated annually, EarthPulse will keep readers informed about the fast-paced and ever-changing world"--Provided by publisher.

Collection of maps, charts, tables, and photographs that tell a story about Earth, its people, and the countries in which they live.

Maps trace the development of the United States, showing environmental, political, social, and economic change

World atlas (maps and geographical aspects by countries. International).

Teams of writers and photographers traveled to six continents to explore some of the world''s finest National parks. Here they present vivid diversity of roles played by today''s parklands.

Meet the lucky islanders of India''s palm-studded Andamans, Sweden''s Eden-like Gotland, and Italy''s haunting Aeolians in ISLANDS LOST IN TIME--part of National Geographic''s new Destinations series. Informative text, up-to-date maps, and lush photography make for an intimate, "you-are-there" portrait of each fascinating experience. Over 200 color photos and maps.

Distinguished scholars write of the lives and customs of eight groups- Lohars of India, etc. who wander over long distances in search of food and water for their families and animals.

Describes the wildlife, people, sea, and flora of Canada''s Coasts from Newfoundland to the Arctic.

Promising to be one of the most beautiful and popular art books of the year, this spectacular volume showcases the best of the National Geographic Society''s commissioned paintings from the past century. 175 color illustrations.

Offers descriptions, road maps, itineraries, travel tips, and cost and contact information for national parks from Virginia''s Shenandoah to Alaska''s Glacier Bay.

This tectonic map of the world includes a diagram of major plates, lists of notable 20th century earthquakes and volcanoes, plus information about plate tectonics.