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Sammis, Fran

Australia and the South Pacific

(4) 4-6 Mapping Our World series. Maps and Mapmaking explains the origins and history of mapmaking, discussing various map formats and describing how computers and satellites will affect future maps. Oceans and Skies provides facts about mapping the oceans and stars. The other two volumes use different types of maps, including physical, topographical, and political, to provide information about Australia and South America. The flat texts are illustrated with color photos in addition to the maps. Bib., glos., ind.

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