The Handy Geography Answer Book, Second Edition

The book itself operates like a trivia game with a myriad number of questions loosely arranged under each topic. The book is recommended for public libraries and anyone with a casual interest in geography. American Reference Books Annual

Owing to the question-and-answer format, the index becomes the essential ready-reference key to accessing specific information. Otherwise, Patrons can just get comfy and enjoy a trivia-fest. This book is well suited for school libraries and YA collections in public libraries. Library Journal

Answers over 1000 basic questions on geography that focus on the physical dimensions of our planet, climate patterns, water and ice, hazards and natural disasters, transportation, political and cultural geography, calendars and seasons, exploration and specific content for each continent. Reference and Research Book News

"Reader-friendly. Leads the geographically illiterate along to a better understanding of what happened where and why. A great reference." San Antonio Express-News

A fascinating read even for those who don't need to work with geography, "The Handy Geography Answer Book" is worthwhile to browse for fun or profit. The Midwest Book Review

The book helpfully contains answers to timely questions generally not covered in a geography book such as ?How can GPS keep me from getting lost?? There is a wealth of information in this resource that is of value for study in both social and natural sciences. VOYA