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"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...
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Oxford University Press USA
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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Provides maps and satellite photography that reflect the most recent political, economic, and demographic statistics, and presents articles addressing environment and population issues as they exist in the world today.
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English
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Discover the mysteries within ancient maps — Where exploration and mythology meet
This richly illustrated book collects and explores the colorful histories behind a striking range of real antique maps that are all in some way a little too good to be true.
Mysteries within ancient maps: The Phantom Atlas is a guide to the world not as it is, but as it was imagined to be. It's a world of ghost islands,
...4) Antarctica
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
600L
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to Antarctica. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
5) Annihilation
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2014.
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English
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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.
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"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...
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Discovery Communications
Pub. Date
2013.
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English
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North America: where civilization collides with untamed wilderness. Just feet beyond our own back yards rages a spectacle we rarely see. Join us as we step into this hidden world teeming with life, across impossible mountains and endless deserts. Dive into unexplored forests and crash into rugged coasts. Unforgiving, brutal, yet achingly beautiful, this vast continent offers boundless rewards for those brave enough to take on this land and call her...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
650L
Language
English
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Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state.
13) Pennsylvania
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820L
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English
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Looks at the state of Pennsylvania, discussing its climate, geography, economy, population, and history.
14) California
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830L
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English
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This book is about the state of California. It has its own climate, geography, economy, population, and history. Learn what makes California unique.
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"When we talk about human history, we often focus on great leaders, population forces, and decisive wars. But how has the earth itself determined our destiny? Our planet wobbles, driving changes in climate that forced the transition from nomadism to farming. Mountainous terrain led to the development of democracy in Greece. Atmospheric circulation patterns later on shaped the progression of global exploration, colonization, and trade. Even today,...
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Wide Eyed Editions, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2022.
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English
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"Across 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps, covering every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming, We Are The United States celebrates the glorious rainbow of different heritages, religions, hobbies, vocations, and cultures that populate this great country. Say "ha'u" to the Hopi people in Arizona, and "xin chào" to Vietnamese Americans living in Orange County, California. Meet veterans in South Carolina, alligator farmers in Louisiana,...
18) Norway
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
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English
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"This title introduces beginning readers to the country of Norway. The book covers Norway's geography, capital and largest cities, animals, popular foods, and popular sports. Complete with large, full color photographs, a large map, and more exciting landmarks to explore."--
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Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"Featuring over 130 colour maps of ancient physical and human landscapes spanning Britain to India and deep into the Sahara, this atlas is a compact kaleidoscope of peoples, migrations, empires, strife, cultures, cities and travels from Greece's Bronze Age to Rome's fall in the West. This revised edition of the Atlas of Classical History equips readers with a clear visual grasp of the spatial dimension, a vital aspect for understanding history. Users...
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National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
1090L
Language
English
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Illustrated children's reference book about ancient Egypt. Includes mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, gods, history, and more.
Mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, King Tut! Kids everywhere are fascinated by the wonders of ancient Egypt, and this colorful reference book is jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating facts. From the Great Pyramid and the Valley of the Kings to the Nile River and Cleopatra, discover all you have ever wanted to know about this...
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