National Geographic Society (U.S.) text dcu Washington, DC Focal Point National Geographic 2009 monographic eng

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511 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 30 cm. An historical collection of the Society's best photographs-- from the time National Geographic's first editor and president began collecting pictures, until today--divided into four themes: "Wilderness, Exploration and Adventure"; "Wildlife" ; "Peoples, Cultures and Lifestyles"; and "Science and Climate Change." Includes two introductory essays and a one-hundred page appendix referencing the entire collection. Exploration -- Wildlife -- People & culture -- Science & climate change -- Collection profile -- A conversation with Maura Mulvihill. Includes bibliographical references and index. n-us--- National Geographic Society (U.S.) Photograph collections Documentary photography Nature photography Travel photography TR790 .N36 2009 9781426205033 (alk. paper) 9781426209680 2009-012387 131118 20230110151207.0