S. Chand Atlas is a comprehensive, user-friendly and easy-to-understand atlas in an
attractive layout. It is designed to serve as an ideal reference for students as well as
general readers. This atlas contains more than 225 maps including 87 thematic maps
and 29 historical maps as also over 100 images and fact boxes, and an index with over
6700 entries. Authentic and latest data from Census of India 2011, detailed and up-to-date
physical and political maps, informative introductory pages, and coverage of core thematic
issues such as natural vegetation, wildlife, climate, industry, human development, and
natural hazards all make this a must-have atlas.
KEY FEATURES
Introductory pages cover among other things, How to use this Atlas, History of
Cartography, basic information about the Solar System, map symbols, projection
system and map elements.
Thematic maps supported by charts and diagrams as well as activities and questions
to try out in the Explore section.
Historical maps depicting kingdoms and civilizations of times gone by.
Comprehensive coverage of India and the continents including thematic features
of each continent, and regional maps of countries and regions.
Additional information and facts of India and the World including countries, capitals, and
heritage sites.
DIGITAL OFFERINGS
S. Chand Atlas includes a flipbook with zoom, search and highlighter functionalities.
Embedded in the flipbook are:
Animations of important geographical events.
* Slideshows with additional information using high-quality images.
* Interactivities to test one's knowledge in an interesting manner.
* Map explorer to help explore different features of select maps
* Pintable's containing outline maps and worksheets to download and print.
