I have an old Times World Atlas, could you tell me its value?
This depends on many factors such as its age, rarity, collectability and condition. For further information and weblinks see our What are they worth? PDF (390 KB). When is the next new edition of The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World published?
The next new edition (13th) of the atlas will not be published until Autumn 2011 – a new edition is published every 4 years. The 12th edition that is currently available is the most up-to-date and will be for the next few years. The atlas is reprinted once a year and all major updates carried out so that the atlas you buy is as up-to-date as possible.
Why does the Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World cost so much?
The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World represents excellent value for money. It is huge, at 45 cm by 31 cm (bigger than A3), has 544 pages including 64 for thematic spreads and 256 for reference maps, and has an index of over 200,000 names. The information is collected from many thousands of sources. It is produced using state-of-the-art technology, beautifully presented and produced to the highest standards. See Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World page. What is your policy on disputed areas?
We aim to show the 'de facto' (on the ground) situation at the time of publication - while making sure to show that there is a dispute. We remain neutral.
How do you show borders that are disputed?
These are shown with a dashed line on all our products and disputed places often have an additional footnote.
Why is my town not in the Times atlas?
We show every place with a significant population. The limitations of space due to scale, generalisation and nearby features mean that some smaller towns can't be shown after careful editorial consideration. The Times Comprehensive Atlas has an index of more than 200,000 names, unrivalled in any other commercial atlas.
Why doesn't my Times atlas show East Timor as a country?
Many geopolitical changes have occurred in the last few years. East Timor gained independence from Indonesia in 2002. All our atlases show the latest independent countries - you may need to buy a new atlas.
Why doesn't my Times atlas show Palestine as a country?
It's not internationally recognised as a country; we classify Gaza and West Bank as semi-autonomous regions.
Is it possible to get individual prints of Times atlas pages?
This service is offered via Maps International. If they do not have what you require please contact us. Do you produce special versions of a Times atlas with my company logo and other details?
This is increasingly popular with companies and organizations, see the Times Atlas Corporate Gifts page. I have an old Times World Atlas, could you tell me more about it?
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