"Countries die. Sometimes it's murder, sometimes it's by accident, and sometimes it's because they were so ludicrous they didn't deserve to exist in the first place. Occasionally they explode violently. A few slip away almost unnoticed. Often the cause of death is either "too greedy" or "Napoleon turned up." Now and then they just hold a referendum and vote themselves out of existence. This is an atlas of 48 nations that fell off the map."--Dust jacket...

Area X has claimed the lives of members of eleven expeditions. The twelfth expedition consisting of four women hopes to map the terrain and collect specimens; to record all their observations, scientific and otherwise, of their surroundings and of one another; and, above all, to avoid being contaminated by Area X itself.

"Did you know that Antarctica's largest land animal is an insect? Did you know that the smallest country in the world is only 0.2 square miles?! Learn more weird-but-true geography facts with A.J. and Andrea from Dan Gutman's bestselling My Weird School series. This all-new series of nonfiction books features hundreds of hysterical facts, plus lots of photos and illustrations." -- Amazon.com.

"Featuring more than fifty illustrated maps of every state and union territory in India, this book expands the definition of an atlas. It taps into the essence of each state, its culture, history, and people. A special highlight includes spreads on India's leading cities, delving into their heart and soul. Drawing from the current school curriculum and with the help of an educational consultant, the book includes dedicated infographic spreads that...

This book is about the state of California. It has its own climate, geography, economy, population, and history. Learn what makes California unique.

"A wholly original history of France, filled with a lifetime's knowledge and passion-by the author of the New York Times bestseller Parisians. Beginning with the Roman army's first recorded encounter with the Gauls and ending in the era of Emmanuel Macron, France takes readers on an endlessly entertaining journey through French history. Frequently hilarious, always surprising, Graham Robb's France combines the stylistic versatility of a novelist with...

Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state.

Featuring over 100 physical, political and thematic maps. Organized by continent, packed with photos, infographics, brain teasers and charts to reinforce map concepts. Includes a special expanded section on the United States.

"This illustrated guide to the Blue Zones includes lessons, top longevity foods and behaviors, and a surprising new Blue Zone"--