National Geographic Expeditions Atlas

The National Geographic Society was founded over a hundred years ago to foster geographic knowledge, and its latest EXPEDITIONS ATLAS reports on some of the most famous explorers of the 20th century who furthered knowledge of world geography - including scientists and researchers. Hundreds of historic and modern photos and over sixty maps pack EXPEDITIONS ATLAS to trace the achievements, motivations and experiences of such famous explorers as diver Sylvia Earle and cartographer Bradford Washburn. These are adventurers who deserve every bit as much recommendation as the more famous Hillary, Lindbergh and Cousteau - all names also included here - and who deserve and receive the recognition. EXPEDITIONS ATLAS thus fosters a far greater set of insights into world exploration and discovery than the usual focus on adventurers alone. Diane C. Donovan California Bookwatch

This is a great addition to your adventure books library! People have been seeking adventure since the beginning of time and there is still much to be discovered. This book is a great sampling of those adventurers both past and present who dared to venture beyond traditional boundaries and who have brought us a better understanding of this phenomenal world we live in. I plan on giving this book as gifts to my adventure-seeking friends!