North American Maps for Curious Minds - by Matthew Bucklan & Victor Cizek (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"100 . . . infographic maps that transform the way we understand the cultural and historical wonders of North America"--Provided by publisher.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The Maps for Curious Minds series is back--with 100 vivid infographic maps that transform the way we understand the cultural and geographical wonders of North America</b> <p/> No matter how well you think you know North America, the 100 infographic maps in this singular atlas uncover a trove of fresh wonders that make the continent seem like the center of the universe. Did you know that North America is where the first <i>T. rex</i> was found? Or that it's where you can visit the world's biggest geode as well as its oldest, tallest, and largest trees--not to mention the world's tallest and steepest roller coasters?! Brimming with fascinating insight (Who is the highest-paid public employee in each state?) and whimsical discovery (Where can you visit the world's largest island in a lake on an island in a lake on an island?), this book highlights the unexpected contours of geography, history, nature, politics, and culture, revealing new ways to see North America--and the hundreds of millions who call it home.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><b>An Indie Bestseller</b> <p/> "Information is beautiful and is beautifully arranged in the <i>Maps for Curious Minds</i> books. They're a testament to the power of discovering facts and figures that you didn't know you didn't know. I have flicked back and forth through these books, (because they are perfect for dipping in and out of) exclaiming "I did not know that!" They're those sorts of books."<b>--<i>GeekDad</i></b> <p/> "Fascinating. . . . A captivating browse that will unobtrusively enlighten readers and upend things they thought they knew. . . . A great choice."<b>--<i>Library Journal</i></b> <p/> "Maps that reveal facets of life on our continent in entertaining visual ways."<b>--<i>Milwaukee Journal Sentinel</i> <p/> Praise for <i>Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds</i> <p/> 2019 <i>Foreword </i>INDIES Gold Winner <br> An Indie Bestseller</b> <br><b>Outstanding Works of Literature (<i>O.W.L.</i>) Award Shortlist Winner--Gift & Special Interest, 2019 <br> A Junior Library Guild Selection</b> <p/> "Maps can tell you far more than where borders and beaches are located. <i>Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds</i> uses creative cartography to highlight assorted facts and figures."--<i><b>The Wall Street Journal</b></i> <p/> "Fascinating maps that show the world as you've never seen it."--<i><b>The Telegraph</b></i> <p/> "This simple book serves the schoolroom for all ages, the coffee table of any household, the shelf in any library, and a font of wonderfulness for any trivia gamer."<b>--<i>New York Journal of Books</i></b> <p/> "Grouped into broad categories (culture and customs, history, nature, etc.), these maps cover topics serious and less so . . . Whether browsing or looking for report inspiration, this visual, trivia-filled offering will get teens thinking outside the box."--<b><i>Booklist</i></b> <p/> "Become enthralled by this one-of-a-kind atlas of 100 full-color, infographic maps. Each one reveals something about the world you've never considered before."<b>--<i>The Hardwick Gazette</i></b><br>
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