Maps and Atlases
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Maps and Atlases
- Atlas of the World
Level 1 Reference G1021 .T55 1985 Oversize Atlas
Besides maps of continents and countries, this atlas includes aerial maps of cities around the world, maps of the solar system, climate and environmental maps, and much more. There are almost 300 detailed, and colorful maps of all types from all over the world. This is an essential atlas.
- Atlas of North America
Level 1 Reference G1105 .A8 2005 Oversize Atlas
Besides political maps of the United States, Mexico, and Canada (and all the states, provinces and regions found within) there are also up-to-date population statistics,physical geography maps, weather maps, historical maps, and much more. There is also detailed information about every state, province, and region in North America, complete with population statistics.
- Atlas of the United States
Level 1 Reference G1200 .G47 2006
From the same editor as the Atlas of North America, this atlas is formatted similarly, but focuses entirely on the United States. More extensive maps and more specific information about each state are included.
- Atlas of World History
Level 1 Reference G1030 .O85 1999 Oversize Atlas
This works as both a history book and an atlas. You can find information about a wide range of historical periods all over the world from ancient Mesopotamian times to twentieth century environmental concerns.
- Hammond Atlas of the World
Level 1 Reference G1021 .H2665 1997
Not only can you find detailed maps from all over the world in this atlas, but you can also find maps of environmental concerns, population, language and religion and much more. The back of the book contains a chart of population by city. Informative and easy to use.
- Hammond Atlas of World History
Level 1 Reference G1030 .H34 1999
A colorful and text heavy atlas that incorporates the use of useful visuals other than maps, such as pictures, graphs, images, and charts. Composed of seven main section, Hammond's World Atlas moves the researcher through human origins and early cultures of 5 million years ago, to the age of global civilization of our present era. Includes a bibliography, extensive glossary, and index.
- Historical Atlas of Massachusetts
Level 1 Reference G1230 .H5 1991 Oversize Atlas
Split into two sections, this reference source focuses on the historical landscape of Massachusetts, as well as the political and social landscape. Incorporates many historical images, pictures, and maps, as well as charts and graphs to exemplify the historical context. Includes a statistical appendix, bibliography, and index.
- Historical Atlas of the United States
Level 1 Reference G1201.S1 C28 2003 Oversize Atlas
Contains maps that date as far back as 200 million years ago and as recently as the twenty-first century. Includes major modern events such as the atrocities of September 11th 2001, as well as maps of what North America looked like before and during the different stages of the continental drift. This historical atlas contains a great deal of diverse information and maps, and is a great source for information about North America through the ages.
- Massachusetts Atlas & Gazetteer
Level 1 Reference Desk
A reference source of detailed topographic maps, includes 54 quadrangular state maps covering the entire state, and 6 pages of city maps along with street name indexes. Specific to the state of Massachusetts, this atlas incorporates information on trails, wildlife viewing, recreation areas, unique natural features, historic sites, attractions, fishing, camping, hunting, paddling, campgrounds, skiing, scenic drives, and gold courses, all within 'The Bay State.'
- National Geographic Atlas of the World
Level 1 Reference G1021 .N38 1999 Oversize Atlas
Using vibrant colors, this atlas contains maps and summaries of the Earth's 191 nations, as well as mapping worlds beyond, such as the moon, the solar system, the heavens, the milky way, and the universe. Incorporates maps of the world other than geographical, including world tectonics, land, oceanography, climate, biosphere, biodiversity, population, cultures, economy, food, energy, and minerals. Furthermore, includes geographical comparisons, temperature and rainfall by month for the world, major cities of the world, foreign terms, and a comprehensive index.
- New York Times Atlas of the World
Level 1 Reference
- Rand McNally Premier World Atlas
Level 1 Reference G1021 .R45 1997
- Shepherd's Historical Atlas
Level 1 Reference G1030 .S4 1980
Compared to its fellow shelf inhabitants, this rather small atlas serves as a geographical and historical representation of Western chronology. Beginning with Ancient Egypt and ending with late twentieth century Europe, this reference source moves the reader through a physically transitional time-line by use of numerous colored maps, accompanied by brief descriptions. Includes an extensive index.
- Times Atlas of the World
Level 1 Reference G1021 .T55 1985 Oversize Atlas
This highly comprehensive world atlas includes 123 maps of the world, data on the states and territories of the world, geographical comparisons, and even moves beyond our circular globe by incorporating information and maps of the universe. This reference source is full of color and packed with details, includes a glossary and abbreviations, Chinese place-names, and extensive index-gazetteer.
Maps Online
- Atlapedia
Free Online
Your one stop for finding every geographical fact and image that you can imagine from a political maps to currency types to demographics and country histories. You can find all that and much more in this user friendly, well organized web page.
- GEODE
Free Online
From the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), use this web site to view satellite images, geologic maps, live camera feed, data, and much more. This web page is frequently updated so that it will be relevant and up-to-date for all of its users. You can view simple world maps, but it is much more effective for finding data, such as which nations have had earthquakes, or the oil usage of a certain country. This is a very good resource for researching statistics and data from all over the world.
- National Geographic Map Machine
Free Online
Do you want to see a road map of Miami or a physical map of Australia or a satellite view of your house? At National Geographic's Map web page, you can pick any area as big as a continent and as small as your own street and view a map of it.
Driving (and Walking) Directions
- Ask City
Free Online
You can use this by putting in a name or address of a location that you want to find, and it will appear on the map, or you can zoom in on any area of the map of the United States and view the major roads and cities. You can take a "snapshot" of an area on the map, and print it.
- Google Maps
Free Online
Do you need driving directions from New York City to Los Angeles or from Barcelona to Paris? Or do you just want to see a detailed online map of Australia where you can zoom in for satellite photos? Find a country, a city, and a business anywhere in the world, and you can link another web site or blog to G-Maps in just three steps. You can do all of this on Google Maps, one of the best map web sites on the internet.
- Road atlas: United States, Canada and Mexico
Level 1 Reference HF1023.R3 R6 2008
Look here to find detailed, clear road maps for all fifty states, as well as the major the provinces of Canada, and major locations in Mexico. You can also find recommended scenic routes, important phone numbers, and a listing of tourism office phone numbers and web pages.
- Universal Atlas of Metropolitan Boston & Eastern Massachusetts
Level 1 Reference Desk
Anyone who has ever driven in the city of Boston knows the value of a good map. This atlas contains detailed road maps of all the major cities and towns in Massachusetts that you won't find in most atlases. A great reference for driving around the state.
- Yahoo! Driving Directions, Maps, and Traffic
Free Online
This is a great web site for getting driving directions, nationwide maps, and local maps. Zoom in and out of the map image for all kinds of different views and check for live traffic updates on any area on the map.
