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Maps have a mysterious hold over us. Whether ancient, crumbling parchments or generated by Google, maps tell us things we want to know, not only about our current location or where we are going but about the world in general. And yet, when it comes to geo-politics, much of what we are told is generated by analysts and other experts who have neglected to refer to a map of the place in question.

Dive into the fascinating world of oceanography with this exciting and educational encyclopedia for young explorers! Studying Oceanography takes curious minds on a deep-sea journey through the mysteries of the ocean, its ecosystems, and the science that governs it. Whether it's understanding how the ocean's currents work or uncovering the secrets of standing waters, this audiobook covers it all. With a perfect balance of science and adventure, Studying Oceanography is a must-have guide for every young ocean enthusiast!

Why do we study geography? How has the subject evolved? What are the various branches of geography? Why do we need maps? Find answers to many such questions in this audio encyclopedia.

Why are there stars next to some cities on a map? What’s that ruler in the corner for? Learn about the different parts of a map so you can find what you need—whether it's buried treasure or your way to the zoo!

In The Revenge of Geography, Robert D. Kaplan builds on the insights, discoveries, and theories of great geographers and geopolitical thinkers of the near and distant past to look back at critical pivots in history and then to look forward at the evolving global scene. Kaplan traces the history of the world's hot spots by examining their climates, topographies, and proximities to other embattled lands.

From the author of the bestselling The Professor and the Madman comes the fascinating story of William Smith, the orphaned son of an English country blacksmith, who became obsessed with creating the world's first geological map and ultimately became the father of modern geology. In 1793...

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Unlock the secrets of Earth's living layer in "Biosphere: Geography Encyclopedia for Curious Kids." This exciting audiobook takes young listeners on a journey through lush forests, vast grasslands, icy glaciers, and wild habitats around the world. From tropical rainforests to temperate alpine zones, kids will discover how plants, animals, climate, and geography all work together to form nature's great ecosystems.

Get ready to dig into the amazing world beneath your feet! Landforms: Geography Encyclopedia takes curious kids on a thrilling journey through Earth's natural structures-From mighty mountains and fiery volcanoes to twisting valleys and wide-open deserts. With colorful explanations, fun facts, and easy-to-understand descriptions, children will explore how rocks form, why soil matters, and how land changes over time.

Tracking Santa: The Most Magical Map in the World invites children and families into the cozy wonder of Christmas Eve, where curiosity, imagination, and tradition come together. Guided by a friendly host, listeners explore how people around the world follow Santa’s journey through the night—without ever losing the magic. Blending gentle explanations with storytelling and holiday warmth, the show turns maps, stars, and sleigh trails into a shared global adventure. It’s a joyful reminder that Christmas magic isn’t just about where Santa is—it’s about believing together, wherever you ...

Discover the many ways maps can provide information and help solve problems. This first introduction to using maps will help kids build visual literacy skills and navigate their world.

Discover wonder. “A wanderlust-whetting cabinet of curiosities on paper.”— New York Times Inspiring equal parts wonder and wanderlust, Atlas Obscura is a phenomenon of a travel book that shot to the top of bestseller lists when it was first published and changed the way we think about the...

Fifteen linked stories chart a true course through the lives of families, farmers, loggers, former classmates, and the occasional stripper. In the richly imagined town of Renata, Oregon, a man watches his neighbor's big-screen TV through binoculars, an errant son paints himself silver, mysterious electrical humming emanates from an enormous barn. In A Simplified Map of the Real World, intimate boundaries are loosened by history - and high above the strife and the hope and the often hilarious, geese seek the perfect tailwind. Stevan Allred's stunning debut deftly navigates the stubborn geography of the human heart.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Landmarks by Robert Macfarlane, read by Roy McMillan SHORTLISTED FOR THE SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE From the bestselling author of UNDERLAND, THE OLD WAYS and THE LOST WORDS 'Few books give such a...

Discover amazing facts about countries, cultures, flags, and maps from around the globe—perfect for curious young minds who love exploring the world.

Maps for the Modern World is a collection of poems and original illustrations about cultivating community, awareness, and harmony with our surroundings as we move fearlessly toward our dreams.

A heartfelt story of a young girl seeking beauty and connection in a busy world. As the seasons change, so too does a young Hmong girl's world. She moves into a new home with her family and encounters both birth and death. As this curious girl explores life inside her house and beyond, she collects bits of the natural world. But who are her treasures for?

The dramatic and action-packed story of the last mysterious place on earth—the world’s seafloor—and the deep-sea divers, ocean mappers, marine biologists, entrepreneurs, and adventurers involved in the historic push to chart it, as well as the opportunities, challenges, and perils this...

Facebook keeps its map of the social connections of the 1.6 billion people who use the service each month to itself. But it is giving away for free new maps it is building that describe patterns of population density in the world’s poorest countries in unprecedented detail.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER Bestselling economist Jeff Rubin warns that the shock inflation of 2021 is the front of a perfect storm of war, supply-chain disruption, geopolitical realignment, domestic upheaval, and energy scarcity that will change everything. During the pandemic, government deficits...