GREAT RIVERS OF THE WORLD (HB)

Where along the Rhine does the Nibelung Treasure lie? What river helps mark the prime meridian? Why is the Mekong called the 'Nine Dragon' river in Vietnam? How does the Mississippi divide and unite the United States? These and hundreds of other questions are explored in this wonderfully illustrated atlas of the world's great rivers. Each spread offers a colourful map packed with drawings, figures, and facts. Special attention is given to the ecological health of the rivers - those that are thriving and those in danger of losing their valuable habitats.