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The Biblical World: An Illustrated Atlas
Jean-Pierre Isbouts
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Release Date: 2007-11-06 |
Book Description
Casting the tumultuous history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam against the rich canvas of the Near East, The Biblical World reveals how three great religions emerged from the same cradle. Author Jean-Pierre Isbouts employs a non-denominational perspective and a wide range of sources—from ancient hieroglyphic texts to the latest scientific findings—to place Bible stories in the framework of history. Chronologically arranged chapters detail battles, conquests, tribal migrations, natural calamities, and more, supporting the stories with intriguing archaeological evidence. To locate sites and events, National Geographic cartographers have created fifty all-new maps of stunning quality. Hundreds of photographs and artifacts add visual excitement. Quick-read timelines link events across cultures while illustrated sidebars focus on what life was like during each era: family roles, farming, trade, dress, childbirth, burial customs, and other aspects of daily existence.
The story traces the evolution of Judaism from Abraham to the Unified Kingdom of Israel... chronicles the emergence of Christianity in the context of Greco-Roman civilization... and identifies the unique circumstances that prepared for the rise of Islam. The multi-dimensional approach weighs similarities and differences among the three faiths and follows developments in nearby lands. With a foreword from bestselling author Bruce Chilton and text reviewed by distinguished advisers, The Biblical World offers a carefully researched, balanced view of history and religious tradition. For its scope, beauty, and relevance in today's world, this unparalleled atlas is destined to become a classic.
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The three centuries following the discovery of the New World was a period of unprecedented global expansion, spearheaded by the lusty armies of the imperial European powers. This volume of The Cambridge Illustrated Atlases of Warfare is a lively and elaborately illustrated study of warfare during the early modern period, ranging from the European Renaissance to the American Revolution. Unique color maps and authoritative text illuminate the major military and naval developments that characterized the period. Feature boxes describe key events, important military confrontations, individual tacticians, battle strategies and weapons. Throughout, the author pays particular attention to the effects of European military expansion on the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Mediterranean. This comprehensive and accessible book about a fascinating and important period will appeal to war buffs and historians alike.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent reference.......2004-01-06
This book, and its companion, covering The Middle Ages, 768-1487 and Renaissance to Revolution, 1492-1792, though with different authors, form an elegant pair of references. They cover a period that is infrequently covered in much detail, and rarely illustrated with any maps, much less the excellent examples here. My primary use for these books is as aids when reading both history and, even more, historical fiction such as Sharon Kay Penman, Dorothy Dunnett and Neal Stephenson. These authors write intricately plotted tapestries that rely heavily on movements in historical time, but their publishers include only incidental maps. These volumes supply a much needed reference for readers who are not quite au courant with the 3rd Anglo Dutch War, or the rise of Maratha India. The accompanying text gives an adequate survey of the time, but the primary emphasis is `rightly on the illustrated portion. The maps are beautifully designed, and easily deciphered, covering both individual battles and broader strategic concepts.
It's not bad...not great, but not bad.......2001-12-14
This isn't a bad book especially if you are looking for a good, general history of warfare during this time period.
At times the author gets a little heavy handed with the political correctness. For example, he states in the preface how he wanted to move away from the "customary dominance by western European developments". Then on the very next page he says "it is all too easy to take a Eurocentric perspective..."
Whatever. Can't historians just write their books nowadays without having to drag all this PC baggage around with them?
If you can slog through the rhetoric this book isn't so bad.
Not for the Wargamer or Military Historian.......2001-06-25
This Atlas is too general for the Military Historian and wargamer, but is a nice worldwide historical overview. It does have some good political maps, but there are not a lot of them, and they are only snapshots far apart in time. When I think of an Atlas I think of page followed by page of maps. This book is mostly text with many illustrative maps, and lots of non-map pictures. It is not as detailed as some other historical Atlases. I do not mean to disparage this work, it is a very good, very colorful overview, and puts military history in context. It is not however, a book that will provide informative maps for the Military Historian, or gaming enthusiast. Definately a book to check out of the library, It would be a good buy as a color paperback, unfortunately I paid for a hard copy.
Brilliant and provoking.......2000-05-15
Black's clear advantage was that the timeline span of the subject was avoided by most historians, probably because it's difficult to compile into a single piece of work. But, Black have done it in a fashion, arguably, very original than most historical atlases.
The special maps and themes are divided into daunting blocks of adventure and you'll not stop until the last pages. There are new insights into the clashes between Portugal and Utsmani Devlet in and around the Indian Ocean.
Let's hope more works come out from this author, at least from the Cambridge Series. In the end, you'll wish the pages were much longer as your thirst grew unbearable.
Book Description
Help young readers discover the world! The Children's Illustrated Atlas of the World takes explorers around our world continent-by-continent with beautiful photos, illustrations, up-to-date maps, and lively text about the land, people, and features that make each place unique.
Features include:
- Reference material and maps suited for kids ages 8-12
- Physical, political, and thematic maps (climate, population, and others) of the world and each continent
- Regional spreads showing political maps with current country, state, and province information
- A special index featuring each country's flag and a fact file
- More than 250 eye-catching photos
- World timeline, glossary, and index of major places
- Durable, hardback cover
- 110 pages
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Want to update your knowledge of today's world-and be able to share it with your children? Indulge your passion for travel-without ever leaving home? Or just enjoy a dazzling new view of planet Earth? The Illustrated World Atlas let's you do all that and more in one brand-new, magnificent, eye-opening volume.
Customer Reviews:
THE BEST ON THE MARKET.......2007-05-13
I have spent the last week searching for an atlas! I looked online and in my local Borders and Barnes and Noble. I was looking for a large format reference and opted for the Illustrated World Atlas mainly for its 91 pages of comparative world statistics, presented in an easy to read, highly graphical format. The diagrams were simply captivating.
Unlike other atlases in this price range, and unlike the more expensive atlases, the publishers keep the data engaging. It is no longer a chore to browse; it is an indulgence. There is a level of detail present in this atlas that just does not appear in its competitors. In addition to the first 91 pages of statistical data, each continent is prefaced by another six pages of data in the form of graphs, charts and diagrams.
Approximately 200 pages are dedicated solely to maps and I find this amount to be more than adequate.
The atlas also has at least six four-page fold-outs, addressing geophysical information about the earth, the Himalayas, the Mediterranean, the Rift Valley in Africa, the Caribbean and the Yangtze River. These foldouts are gorgeous as well as fascinating.
The 96-page, 80,000+ name gazetteer is the shortest I have found, (short in that it does not consist of half of the book as in some atlases) which means it is at a smaller font and there are more pages dedicated to maps and the wonderful "illustrations."
Again, when looking at other atlases like National Geographic, Oxford, New Concise, Rand McNally Goode's and Hammond, I was not impressed! Although I intended on spending much more on my first world atlas, I am confident that I have the best atlas on the market.
I use it mainly for personal reference when studying world/human history and politics.
Although I am an architecture student, I have also studied geology, geography, cartography, GIS and digital imaging. I find the maps to be beautifully illustrated, easy to read, and highly detailed.
EXCELLENT ATLAS.......2007-02-03
As avid map users, we have several atlases. This is a family favorite!
Book Description
This global guide to the world's top dive sites is an inspirational reference source for divers who wish to experience, personally or vicariously, the best diving the planet has to offer. Written by award-winning and experienced dive authors, coverage starts with the Atlantic, from the West Coast of North America, and proceeds west to east and north to south. For those inspired to travel to any of the featured sites or regions, the appendix lists all important travel and dive information, the best times to go, contacts, dive operators, and emergency facilities.
Brimming with superb underwater photography of famous wrecks, a wide range of marine habitats, and a huge diversity of species ranging from whale sharks to nudibranchs, DIVE ATLAS OF THE WORLD also features six large scale ocean/sea maps, and over three hundred comprehensive maps to all the best sites.
Customer Reviews:
Super maps, but...........2005-10-26
Definitely not enough coverage of the Caribbean and Atlantic sites. This book should be named the Pacific and Indian Ocean Dive Atlas. It is a quality written book however that covers the included sites thoroughly. Would recommend it but not for Caribbean reference!
Comprehensive Dive Atlas.......2005-08-17
This is a really big coffee table size book that is stocked with information about dive sites throughout the world, Some parts of the world (Asia) are given more space than others (Carribbean), but overall, it touches all the bases. I like the way it took individual divesites and broke down the dives with temps, currents, difficultly status, and photos. The maps of the areas profiled is worth the price of the book alone (which is reasonably priced.) If you get one book to get an overview of what's out there, this is agood place to start.
Nicely illustrated overview of dive sites of the world.......2004-12-15
Coffee table book. Nicely illustrated and informative listing and overview of dive sites of the world. Lots of vacation ideas, including some I wasn't aware of before.
Good motivation for new divers as well.
Then, once you're inspired to take your next dive vacation, consult one of the travel guides:
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Customer Reviews:
The New Children's Illustrated Atlas of the World.......2007-07-25
This is a great book for young readers who you are trying to teach them about the world. This shows how they dress, the homes, country details, the map and a little bit more. It was fun to bring it out and introduce it to the children.
8 Year Old Loves It.......2007-01-16
I gave this to my 8 year old son for Christmas, thinking he would probably think it was a pretty geeky present, but I've found him browsing through it several times, and we were able to use it to help with a homework assignment on his second day back to school. Nice book, good value.
Customer Reviews:
Outstanding Resource.......2001-06-30
This book places an outline of world history in an attractive format. There are color maps and illustrations to accompany the highlights of different time periods. There are sections about languages, rulers, politics, agriculture, inventions, and more. A time chart with specific dates runs along the right hand page. Following the section about the twentieth century is a world time chart. On this chart, the dates run down the left and the names of the continents are across the top. This allows you, at a glance, to compare what was happening around the world. This atlas contains a glossary, index of maps, and general index as further study aids. An outstanding addition to home or class libraries.
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- A very good book on the subject of the city.
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Nevada Ghost Town and Mining Camps: Illustrated Atlas
Douglas McDonald
Manufacturer: Nevada Publications
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A very good book on the subject of the city........1999-05-28
A well written book on Virginia City and the silver mines. A good history of the whole area around Reno and Lake Tahoe.
Book Description
Warfare in the Middle Ages is often characterized as being dominated by lone, heroic knights or enormous mobs of plodding infantry. In this colorful and informative book, authors Hooper and Bennett debunk many of the myths surrounding medieval warfare to present a picture of a military culture as sophisticated as our modern one, with well organized armies and a high degree of tactical intelligence. The authors make their case by masterful use of high-quality maps, battle plans, and pictorial essays that explore such topics as siege warfare, the use of cavalry, the development of naval warfare, medieval science and warfare, and the legacy of the Middle Ages in modern military warfare. The Atlas spans the period from the coronation of Charlemagne to the last of the English Wars of the Roses and covers campaigns in and around Europe and the Mediterranean. The illustrations depict all levels of warfare from the strategic campaigns down to individual battles, fortifications, and weaponry. The lucid narrative that accompanies the pictures explains the course of campaigns and lessons to be learned from them. This book is written for the general reader with an interest in the history of warfare.
Customer Reviews:
a excellant book for beginers.......2004-11-09
I like this book although it might lack certain information on several important battles in medieval europe it does however make up with it's beautiful illustrations. I would say this is a good book for people who want to make it simple, and for the serious reader I suggest reading Medieval Warfare: A History. In all even to some it might be a tad bit steep but you wouldnt be disappointed.
Excellent reference.......2004-01-06
This book, and its companion, covering The Middle Ages, 768-1487 and Renaissance to Revolution, 1492-1792, though with different authors, form an elegant pair of references. They cover a period that is infrequently covered in much detail, and rarely illustrated with any maps, much less the excellent examples here. My primary use for these books is as aids when reading both history and, even more, historical fiction such as Sharon Kay Penman, Dorothy Dunnett and Neal Stephenson. These authors write intricately plotted tapestries that rely heavily on movements in historical time, but their publishers include only incidental maps. These volumes supply a much needed reference for readers who are not quite au courant with the 3rd Anglo Dutch War, or the rise of Maratha India. The accompanying text gives an adequate survey of the time, but the primary emphasis is `rightly on the illustrated portion. The maps are beautifully designed, and easily deciphered, covering both individual battles and broader strategic concepts.
Awesome general overview of medieval warfare........2002-11-30
This is really one of the best general books on medieval warfare I have seen. It has two great advantages:
First, it covers the overall strategies of campaigns throughout the ages, with insight into motivations, logistics, tactics, and the like. Few major wars are ignored, and the level of depth pursued is great enough for all but the foremost researchers on the topic.
Second, the book has awesome illustrations representing both overall campaign strategies and the tactics utilized in individual battles. Combined with the detailed descriptions, this has offered me the most insight into how medieval battles were carried out and won.
I highly recommend this book to anyone at all interested in medieval warfare.
Needed more discussion on the Islamic history.......2000-03-27
Although the term "Middle Ages" often referred to the European age of transistion, other important events went on the other side of the Mediterranean Sea where Islamic science and culture advanced beyond western's comprehension. Apart from the short descriptions on Reconquista, Crusades, and Ottoman Empire (Devlet?), not much were looked into the making of Islamic history.
The appreciated work reflects the serious research done by the authors but discrepancy on Islamic historical accounts slightly missed the "edge".
Average customer rating:
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Reader's Digest Illustrated Great World Atlas
Reader's Digest Editors
Manufacturer: Readers Digest
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Reader's Digest's Illustrated Great World Atlas is a topographer's dream. In 81 full-page maps designed by Rand McNally, the colors of the world are the colors of height and depth, ranging from white (above 9,842 feet) through brown, yellow, green, and aqua (sea level), to deeper and deeper blues. You can see at a glance the shallowness of the Yellow Sea and the mountainous nature of the center of Borneo. The fissures and slopes of the land are evident even before you can discern the place names. And unlike many atlases, this one is up-to-date, with Hong Kong appearing as part of China. There's also a chapter discussing and illustrating rocks, weather systems, and habitats, as well as a chart with facts relevant to the world's 192 independent countries. In Illustrated Great World Atlas a lot of information is made accessible for a modest price.
Customer Reviews:
Good for educational purposes........2001-01-12
Reader's Digest has released a world atlas in which especially the thematic section stands out. Some eighty pages, including a detailed listing of the nations of the world, provide a colorful overview of a variety of topics of our earth. Many of these are about climate and vegetation, but there are pages on population issues and energy use as well. The maps have been commissioned from Rand McNally and resemble those in the Rand McNally Millennium world atlas and Portrait World Atlas. The 153 maps are fairly accurate and detailed, but color usage is rather saturated and not easy on the eye. For the higher latitudes, a strange purple color was chosen, and white for the even higher altitudes. This does not give the maps a natural look; the gray relief shading does nothing to improve that; it even makes the maps less legible at some spots (for example Romania). The world is covered fairly well-balanced, but with a little too much emphasis on Europe, and Asia is underrated. The index-gazetteer contains some 45,000 names, which is well below the average of atlases of this size (at least 60,000). The 32-page Nations of the World section comes with official flags, demographic statistics and a brief description of each country, which is very informative. All in all this atlas does contain a wide variety of information, but if you want an atlas with a large index and a large chance of finding the place you are looking for, there are better atlases in this class. For educational purposes, though, this atlas would be a fine choice.
A great atlas, except..........1999-01-10
I agree with the Reference Editor's assessment: the topographical maps are informative, large and easy to read. And each map page includes a very convenient inset showing that page's relative position to other maps.My one complaint is that the index locates place names by their grid coordinates, rather than by latitude and longitude. I find this an unfortunate omission not only by this atlas, but by most others. Of the affordable world atlases I've seen, only Goode's and the Oxford Concise use this very handy way of indexing place names.
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