Geographica world atlas & encyclopedia.

This edition published by arrangement with Random House Australia Pty Ltd.--T.p. verso.

An illustrated encyclopedia of countries with texts and images that provide information on the regional, political, economic and cultural multiplicity of all the nations on earth. The most important dates , figures and facts are clearly presented by means of time-lines and information boxes. The origins of the blue planet and its development up to the present are described in detailed articles. The maps, with their current political borders , as well as of place names, with the help of graphic design facilitate the access to precise and subtle idea of of all parts of the world. Includes gazetteer.