Almanac eBooks, Quotation and Other General Reference eSources

The most detailed map of the United States available which can be folded and stored in a standard-size notebook. The 6 laminated pages are spill and rip-proof which include an 11" x 17" map and 4 pages of state facts. An essential tool for school at any level, this map will last and last no matter how much it is used. Suggested uses: * Students - a map you can keep handy from elementary school through college, since the lamination will last a lifetime * Professors - adopt this map for your course as an inexpensive supplement that the student will use for years to come * Teachers - a map that can be purchased for a class set that will last your entire career * Parents - instill knowledge and interest in our country, inspire travel, and connect family history to the places on the map

The main objective of this atlas is to increase awareness and help residents, policy makers, and researchers around the world come to terms with the expected global urban expansion in the coming decades. This atlas explores and explains many aspects of population expansion.

An authoritative guide to the most significant artists, schools, and styles of street art and graffiti around the world Painted murals first appeared in Latin America in the early 20th century; in the 1950s, spray-can graffiti associated with Latino gangs followed, notably the "cholo" graffiti of Los Angeles. Today, street art has traveled to nearly every corner of the globe, evolving into a highly complex and ornate art form. The World Atlas of Street Art and Graffiti is the definitive survey of international street art, focusing on the world's most influential urban artists and artworks. Since the lives and works of urban artists are inextricably linked to specific streets and places, this beautifully illustrated volume features specially commissioned "city artworks" that provide an intimate understanding of these metropolitan landscapes.    Organized geographically by country and city, more than 100 of today's most important street artists--including Espo in New York, Shepard Fairey in Los Angeles, Os Gêmeos in Brazil, and Anthony Lister in Australia--are profiled alongside key examples of their work. The evolution of street art and graffiti within each region is also chronicled, providing essential historical context. With contributions by the foremost authorities on street art and graffiti, this landmark publication provides a nuanced understanding of a widespread contemporary art practice. The World Atlas of Street Art and Graffiti emphasizes urban art's powerful commitment to a spontaneous creativity that is inherently connected to the architecture of the metropolis.

Robust descriptions of multiple aspects of countries including geography, ethnicity, climate, economy, trade, food and much more.

Countries, Peoples & Cultures series is complete with specific information on over 200 countries and self-governing territories, as well as separate appendices profiling 21 types of governments and 10 major world religions.

Featuring more than sixty brand new maps, photographs, diagrams and charts, the Atlas of World Religions is an essential companion to any study on the key religions of the world.

Provides over 6,500 definitions of travel and tourism terminology, including the operating language of the travel industry, acronyms of organizations, associations, and trade bodies, IT terms, and brand names. Completely up to date, this dictionary covers the implications of web technology and social media on the travel and tourism industry, as well as new products and services, such as e-tickets, home-based travel agents, awareness amongst consumers and within the industry of terror-threatened travel, recent changes in legislation, and environmental concerns.

The first place-by-place chronology of U.S. history, this book offers the student, researcher, or traveller a handy guide to find all the most important events that have occurred at any locality in the United States.