The International Geographic Encyclopedia and Atlas

N.-Y.: Columbia University Press, 1979. — 1021 p. Editional director Fernando de Mello Viana.The International Geographic Encyclopedia and Atlas is intended to feel the need for a completely up-to-date one-volume encyclopedy of geographic names and terms. It is believe, that this unique volume which has the added benefit of an attractive and current atlas of the world will provide the information to answer peope`s geographic inquires.
The more than 25 000 entires go well beyond location and geographic statistics; they also show how to pronounce entry word and give information on history, economic importance, and educational and cultural institutions.