By intelligence officials for intelligent people

Beautiful, illustrated maps packed with fascinating facts about people, cities, cultures, and landmarks. Stunning fold-out continent mapes showcase the world's terrains and wildlife plus the countries of the world at a glance.

Hammond's Essential World Atlas distills the best aspects from Hammond's flagship 6th Edition World Atlas publication into an affordable, handy paperback edition. This completely up-to-date edition includes an updated map section with both physical and political maps, an updated world thematic section with the most current global issues today, satellite imaging for a compelling visual perspective of the world's geographical features, and the latest world information, including the new countries and new country flags. The atlas also includes continent comparisons with full-color photographs and eye-catching graphics and a detailed 45,000-entry index.

Presents maps, profiles, and vital information for each state, as well as metropolitan-area and city-street maps and a guide to America's national parks.

A comprehensive history of African Americans, including culture, slavery, and civil rights.