The first section contains a series of 12 global thematic maps on subjects as diverse as ocean currents and languages, giving a general introduction to the world today. These are followed by the main atlas which includes more than 60 full color regional maps featuring political and state borders; main population and administrative centers; main lines of communication, ports, and airports.

In addition to these maps this clear, informative and affordable atlas also includes a fully cross-referenced index featuring 20,000 places, plus data profiles of each country including flags and key statistical indicators, making it the perfect reference tool to distill the mass of information in today’s world into the essential facts needed to help understand our ever-changing plane