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A compact full colour reference book and atlas containing a wide range of information on environment topics presented as maps, photos, illustration, facts and figures. The book is arranged in four sections for easy natural hazards, environmental threats, resources and welfare, and development issues. Within these sections a variety of topics constantly in the news are drought and famine, global warming, fuel reserves, car culture, the growth of cities, the impact of tourism. Each topic is featured on a double page spread, and maps are supported by illustrations and photographs and explanatory text.