World / regional atlases or maps Books
Harvey Map Services Ltd Yorkshire Dales: Map for Touring and Planning
Book SynopsisThis map provides a colourful overview of the Dales - famous Swaledale, Wensleydale, Wharfedale & Nidderdale. Colour shading makes it easy to pick out the hills & dales. Driveable roads are shown & steep hills marked. There is an introduction to each area, street plans of towns & lots of information on places to visit.
£8.75
National Geographic Maps Italy Classic tubed
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£15.19
National Geographic Maps Division World Classic laminated
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£26.09
Quarto Publishing PLC Atlas of Atlases
Book SynopsisA lavishly illustrated look at the most important atlases in history and the cartographers who made them.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION 1. THE PREHISTORY OF THE ATLAS (to c. 1200) 2. THE WORLD EXPANDS: THE EARLIEST ATLASES (c. 1200–1492) 3. NEW HORIZONS (1500–1550) 4. THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE ATLAS (1550–1600) 5. THE ATLAS DIVERSIFIES (1600–1700) 6. MAPPING THE NATION (1700–1800) 7. THE HEYDAY OF IMPERIAL MAPPING (1800–1900) 8. THE ATLAS AND WAR (1900–1950) 9. AN ATLAS OF SOCIETY (1950–2000) 10. AN ATLAS BY ANY OTHER NAME (2000–)
£21.00
Stellanova International GmbH Children's Wall Map: World of Animals: Beautiful
Book SynopsisChildren’s Animal World Wall Map – an educational and fun addition to any child’s bedroom or classroom wall. The Children's Animal World Wall Map is an educational and fun addition to any child's bedroom or playroom. This colourful and detailed map features illustrations of animals from around the world, including elephants, tigers, kangaroos, and penguins. Each animal is numbered and linked to a discreet index running along the bottom of the map so children can see the name of the animal. Measuring 100cm x 64.5cm, this children’s map is easy to read and perfect for kids of all ages. It is printed on high-quality paper with a satin-gloss finish, making it durable and easy to clean. Not only is this map of the world a great way to teach children about geography and animal habitats, but it also adds a playful and decorative touch to any space. It comes rolled up in a tube for easy transportation and storage. From the award-winning Stellanova Globes comes this brand new Children’s World Wall Map A fabulous gift, an informative education tool and a fun, colourful display piece for a bedroom or classroom Packed with pictures of the world’s wildlife plus key landmarks - children can easily see the animals that belong to each region of the world whether it’s a giraffe in Kenya or an elephant in India Handy index linked to each illustration helping children identify the animals and landmarks Durable, long-lasting wall map – printed with a subtle, elegant matt sheen finish comes in a soft, plastic tube for easy transportation The Children's Animal World Wall Map is a wonderful gift for any young animal lover or aspiring explorer.
£11.69
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Whats Where on Earth Atlas
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£14.24
HarperCollins Publishers Lake District AZ Visitors Map
Book SynopsisExplore the whole region and area extending from Cockermouth and Penrith in the north to Ulverston and Grange-over-Sands in the south and from the M6 in the east to the coast in the west.Published at a clear 2.45 miles to 1 inch scale, this detailed visitors map of the Lake District includes primary route destinations and selected caravan and camping sites. Plus, there is detailed informative text for visitor attractions and places of interest.There are also 12 town centre street maps of: Ambleside, Cockermouth, Coniston, Grange-over-Sands, Grasmere, Hawkshead, Kendal, Keswick, Penrith, Ulverston, Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere. Each town centre map includes descriptive text and useful information about its visitor attractions and places of interest. Each town plan also has a separate index, while the main road map index lists towns, villages, hamlets and locations. The ''Index to Places of Interest'' lists tourist sites by feature type.For 2024, there is also now added electric
£6.99
Jonglez Atlas of Geographical Curiosities
Book SynopsisThe Atlas of Geographical Curiosities – a glorious celebration of an unusual world. Welcome to this compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre geographical anomalies that are guaranteed to delight and inspire. The world is full of little-known facts that have sometimes been a source of diplomatic or military struggle. Many still exist under the radar now to be revealed by this entertaining treasure trove. Where else can you discover: Countries that do not really exist A UK hotel room which became Yugoslavian for one day only An island which is Spanish for six months of the year and French for the other six A city which is officially constituted by one single high-rise (14 floor) building The world's first and only railway that belonged to one country and ran across another A hotel room whose bedroom is in France and whose bathroom is in Switzerland Bir Tawil which is one of the very few territories on earth not claimed by any country The only place in the world where you can find so-called counter-enclaves where in a 20-minute walk around the town you can cross an international border at least 50 times at 50 different points The world is full of wonderful and strange geographical irregularities. Turn to the Atlas of Geographical Curiosities to uncover more little known but important facts.
£15.96
Octopus Publishing Group The World Atlas of Whisky 3rd edition
Book SynopsisShortlisted for the James Beard award 2025.Selected for BEST SPIRITS BOOKS 2024 by Decanter magazine:''For this third edition Broom has done a comprehensive rewrite, delving deeper into the classic whisky-producing countries/regions, and introducing new sections on Australia, France and New Zealand. Redesigned maps and beautiful imagery bring it all to life.'' - Decanter''An ideal gift for any whisky lover this Christmas.'' - The Scotsman''The best whisky book ever - a must-read for drinkers!'' - Forbes''I spent the weekend swimming through the contents of this magnum opus with a smile on my face and a dram (or two) in hand. Not once did I drown in the deep waters of knowledge within, as the layout and photos kept me afloat, and the wonderful copy provided a flow that was well paced, allowing me to float along, and take in the scenery along the way.'' - Joel Harrison''A bible in the industry'' The Sunday Post''The perfect go-to reference guide for the whisky lover''s bookshelf'' - Whisky Magazine''Anyone with an interest in whisky should have this book.'' Mark McLaughlin, Director of Irish Whiskey, The Dead Rabbit''All Dave''s books are magical, but this new edition of the atlas is the ideal gift for anyone keen to understand more about the breadth of the category.'' Ryan Chetiyawardana @mrlyan''Not just for whisky lovers but for lovers of world culture and flavour.'' Colin Hampden-White***Award-winning author and whisky expert Dave Broom profiles more than 500 distilleries and explores more than 480 whiskies in this extensive world atlas. There has been major growth in the world of whisky in the last decade, with many more distilleries opening, and this new edition of the must-have reference book on whisky brings the world of whisky right up to date.The World Atlas of Whisky is the only guide both the connoisseur and newcomer will ever need in order to understand everything there is to know about the world of whisky. This is a beautifully illustrated, in-depth and comprehensive journey through the history, process, distilleries and expressions of world whiskies, featuring 32 detailed full-colour maps. Heritage, romance, flavour and craftsmanship are all celebrated in this complete study of this most versatile of drinks.
£33.75
National Geographic Maps Division Battles of the Civil War tubed
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£17.09
National Geographic Maps California, Laminated: Wall Maps U.S.
Book SynopsisNational Geographic Wall Maps offer a special glimpse into current and historical events, and they inform about the world and environment. Offered in a variety of styles and formats, these maps are excellent reference tools and a perfect addition to any home, business or school. There are a variety of map options to choose from, including the world, continents, countries and regions, the United States, history, nature and space.
£37.49
Octopus Publishing Group Philip's RGS World Atlas: (10th Edition
Book Synopsis"An excellent world atlas. Very illuminating, good colours, clear texts...good glossary and, last but not least, up-to-date". Amazon customer review· The perfect world atlas for work, study or leisure· Great value for money· 96 pages of authoritative world maps, physical and political· 70 city maps in the fascinating World Cities section, with full-page satellite images for 10 great cities· Over 35,000 place name indexAll this and a special 32-page introductory section - 'The World in Focus' - covers key geographical themes such as the Earth's position in the Solar System, the structure of the Earth, climate and weather, the environment, population, resources, economics and international organizations. Vital information on topics covered in geography, humanities and economics courses.The information-packed World Atlas from Philip's, published in association with the Royal Geographical Society has been fully updated for this new, 2021 edition
£16.14
HarperCollins Publishers Collins Handy Road Atlas Scotland
Book SynopsisDiscover new places with handy road atlases from Collins.Your ideal companion for navigating around Scotland. It has extremely clear, route planning maps of Scotland, detailed city plans of the major cities and towns and fits neatly into your glovebox, briefcase or bag.Main featuresClear, attractive route planning maps of the whole of Scotland supported by comprehensive, fully indexed city centre street maps of Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Perth.Scale of main maps: 1:625,000 (9.9 miles to 1 inch).Also includes Places of tourist interest are highlighted Attractive layer colouring showing land height Road network fully classified and colour coded Detailed street mapping of Edinburgh, including the Royal Mile with all its attractions clearly marked, Leith and Holyrood Park Detailed street mapping of Glasgow, including the West End, city centre and M74 extension Detailed street mapping of Aberdeen, including the bypass Street maps, with indexes, of Dundee, Inverness and Perth city centres Handy distance calculator chart highlighting distances between the major towns Administrative areas map showing council areas Transport connections section listing all the airports and details of all vehicle ferries into and within ScotlandArea of coverageCovers the whole of Scotland and part of northern England, extending down to Kendal and Scarborough in the south.
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group Philips RGS Childrens School Atlas
Book Synopsis"This is such a great book for primary school age children and a little beyond for finding out about the world, its countries and people" customer review- Philip''s atlas, designed to use at home and at school with guidance for parents and teachers- Clear maps and fascinating facts bring geography to life for readers aged 7-12- Published by Philip''s in association with the Royal Geographical Society- Quizzes, activity ideas and puzzles to make learning fun- Past winner of the Geographical Association''s award for making a significant contribution to geographyThe atlas is organized spread by spread in the classic sequence: first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, Australia and Oceania, North America and South America. Illustrated with captivating full-colour photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and quiz questions, Philip''s RGS Children''s Atlas is both fun to use and easy to understand.Now in its 17th edition, Philip''s RGS Children''s Atlas is a past winner of the Geographical Association''s award for making a significant contribution to geography. The atlas was judged "an excellent ''all round'' children''s atlas with simple yet well-designed maps, well-illustrated with colour photographs. It links places to issues, events and real people, giving a clear sense of place."
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group Philips RGS Atlas of the World
Book SynopsisCapturing the latest world statistics, this lavish edition of Philip's RGS Atlas of the World interprets global changes. Filled with clear, up-to-date data and captivating cartography and images, it gives a powerful view of Planet Earth and its many man-made complexities and natural treasures.
£60.00
White Star World Maps
£22.50
HarperCollins UK The Times Atlas of the World Travel Journal
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£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Collins the Great Ocean Road Touring Map
Book SynopsisNamed one of the best road trips in the world by The Times, Condé Nast Traveller, and Time Out.Full colour, informative map of the popular Great Ocean Road. With detailed mapping, key tourist information and a suggested itinerary, this is a perfect guide for anyone travelling around Australia's Great Ocean Road.This map includes:Clear comprehensive mappingTourist routes, attractions and places of interest clearly markedImages of top sights along the route accompanied by textual descriptionsSuggested itinerariesDetailed index of places of interest and place namesEssential for those planning an adventure along Australia's Great Ocean Road.
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Collins World Wall Paper Map
Book SynopsisExplore the world with a Collins wall mapFully updated world map to include the latest political changes. The map contains politically coloured mapping which shows each country and their capital city, major roads, and cities and towns clearly. Also included are national flags, key statistics for every country and inset maps of the polar regions.The map is printed on high quality paper and comes rolled in a fully recyclable cardboard box ideal as a poster for any classroom, bedroom or office wall.Area of coverage:All of the world, centred on the Greenwich Meridian, and including maps of the North and South Pole regions.Scale:1:30 000 000; 1 cm to 300 km; 1 inch to 480 milesSize:700 x 915 mm (27.5 x 36 inches)Other versions available:Laminated flat map (ISBN 978-0-00-849254-0)
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Mull and Iona Pocket Map
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£5.68
HarperCollins Publishers Collins Golf Map of Scotland
Book SynopsisExplore over 500 golf courses in Scotland with this full-colour, pictorial map.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers History of the World in Maps
£24.00
Penguin Putnam Inc The Penguin State of the World Atlas
Book SynopsisThe completely up-to-date edition of a comprehensive overview of the elements that define our worldNow in its ninth edition, the widely praised Penguin State of the World Atlas remains an accessible, unique visual survey of current events and global trends. Completely revised and updated, this distinctive atlas presents the latest statistics on communications and information technology, international trade, globalization of work, aging and new health risks, food and water, energy resources and consumption, global warming and biodiversity, literacy, gender equality, wars and peacekeeping, and more. Fascinating, troubling, and surprising, this is one atlas no student of the world should be without.
£18.70
The University of Chicago Press Globes
£45.60
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Student World Atlas
Book SynopsisPacked with beautifully designed and detailed maps, this world atlas is the perfect companion for young geography students.First published in 1988 and now in its 9th edition, Student World Atlas has been fully revised and updated. With 290 maps in total, it combines larger, traditional reference maps with smaller topic maps. These topics include industry, farming, climate, population, and the environment. Each theme will engage students, expanding their understanding of Earth and also making possible comparisons between different regions. For example, this student atlas not only displays an impressive map of the Caribbean, but highlights the hurricanes that continually threaten these islands and the people that live there. Then move to New Zealand map and learn about its diverse population of Polynesians, European settlers, and many other immigrants that make up this multicultural nation. On every page, you will discover more and more fascinating facts about each country''s landscape and its inhabitants. In addition to maps, this clear and accessible atlas also includes up-to-date statistics and flags for every country. It distills the huge mass of information available about our world down to the essential facts needed for the effective and successful study of our ever-changing planet.
£11.69
Zondervan Zondervan Essential Atlas of the Bible
Book SynopsisThe Zondervan Essential Atlas of the Bible by Carl G. Rasmussen is a concise, full-color atlas filled with stunning multidimensional and three-dimensional maps, photos, and charts designed to help you better understand the history and places of the Bible and its world.
£17.72
Rand McNally Rand McNally Large Scale Motor Carriers Road
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£92.34
Easy to Fold Manhattan
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£7.95
Rand McNally Rand McNally Folded Map Seattle Street Map
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£8.99
Rand McNally Rand McNally Folded Map New Orleans Street Map
£9.49
Harvard University Press Carving Up the Globe
Book SynopsisWith hundreds of full-color maps and finely crafted images, this atlas illustrates treaties that have determined the fates of millions, beginning with ancient Egyptians. Malise Ruthven and a team of experts provide lively historical commentary about the geopolitical efforts of princes, politicians, and diplomats to carve up the globe.Trade ReviewDemonstrates how the geopolitical landscape has been shaped and reshaped by diplomats. -- Claire Cock-Starkey * Wall Street Journal *A lucid and fascinating history of the practices and products of diplomacy, as that art evolved in conjunction with emerging European nation states…A sweeping but succinct overview, this work will be important to historians but ought to interest every global citizen. * Library Journal *
£28.86
Penguin Books Ltd Vargics Curious Cosmic Compendium
Book SynopsisTake a trip to outer space with this weird and wonderful guide to our universe, the perfect gift for both young and old Vargic''s beautifully innovative designs will help to explain all of the bizarre and fascinating aspects of the cosmos; from the history of the universe to what makes up our solar system and even how human life fits into the wider picture. Be taken on an unforgettable journey through space with chapters on . . . Exploring the Cosmos The Night Sky Maps of the Inner Solar System Timeline of the Universe Cosmologies throughout History Journey Into Outer Space Scale of the UniverseThis is a book that celebrates the scale and spectacle of the universe on every page, and one which you''ll treasure forever._______ ''5***** In more than one hundred pages filled with facts and illustrations he takes the reader on a journey through the history of the cosmos'' BBC Sky at Night ''Packs in so much of our astronomical knowledge, so many tidbits about the history of astronomy and space exploration that I felt wonderfully enriched by it all. It is visually striking and beautifully illustrated'' Dr. Alfredo CarpinetiTrade Review5 ***** In more than one hundred pages filled with facts and illustrations he takes the reader on a journey through the history of the cosmos * BBC Sky at Night *Packs in so much of our astronomical knowledge, so many tidbits about the history of astronomy and space exploration that I felt wonderfully enriched by it all. The book managed to surprise me in so many different ways. It is visually striking and beautifully illustrated * Dr. Alfredo Carpineti, writer for @IFLScience *Praise for Vargic's Miscellany of Curious Maps * - *Beautiful * Independent *It's a cliché to say an artist can change the way you look at the world - but Martin Vargic truly has. * www.nypost.com *This is a must read * www.visualnews.com *Bitingly satirical * www.slate.com *A phenomenal collection * www.independent.co.uk *Amazing * Daily Mail *Gorgeous * www.pastemagazine.com *Martin Vargic's maps of the world look like they belong on parchment, hung on walls of estates that no one can really afford . . . but there's more to the world than piles of dirt and great swathes of sea water . . . his cartography creates an indirect commentary on how cultural proximities are every bit as relevant in the digital age as geographical ones. * www.bostonglobe.com *Weird and wonderful * www.mirror.co.uk *
£23.75
AA Publishing Great Britain Road Atlas 2024
Book SynopsisFully revised and updated for 2024 and with up-to-date mapping from the experts at the AA, this A4 road atlas showcasing Britain's clearest mapping at 3.2 miles to 1 inch. Large 3.2 miles to 1 inch scale in a luxurious leather binding. Features include top 300 AA-inspected caravan and camping sites and over 1,800 golf courses.
£19.80
AA Publishing AA European Route Planner Map
Book SynopsisFully updated for 2025, showcasing clear, detailed European mapping from the experts at the AA in a handy foldable map. Features include ski resorts, ferry routes, national and main administrative boundaries. A practical, slimline format with clear, multi-scale mapping of Europe and including city plans of popular destinations.
£6.99
AA Publishing AA Travellers Atlas France 2026
Book SynopsisFully updated for 2026, this A4 format road atlas of France provides clear mapping at 4.7 miles to 1 inch.Featuring detailed city maps of Paris, Lille and Lyon,16 pages of overview mapping of Europe, France and scenic routes, campsites and tourist attractions and 10 off AA European Breakdown Cover promotion.
£14.44
National Geographic Maps Division United States Classic enlarged laminated
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£62.99
National Geographic Maps United States Executive enlarged laminated
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£62.69
National Geographic Maps Central America Classic tubed
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£16.19
National Geographic Maps Division China Classic tubed
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£17.09
National Geographic Maps Division Mexico Classic tubed
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£15.19
National Geographic Maps Division Russia Classic tubed
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£15.19
National Geographic Maps Division Shakespeares Britain tubed
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£15.19
National Geographic Maps Division The Americas Classic tubed
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£15.19
National Geographic Maps Division Hawaii laminated
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£22.79
National Geographic Maps Division The Heavens laminated
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£26.09
National Geographic Maps Division The Solar System 2sided laminated
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£22.46
National Geographic Maps The Milky Way laminated
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£26.09
National Geographic Maps Mars The Red Planet 2sided Laminated
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£26.96
