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Hold the world in your hands and discover epic new perspectives of renowned cities, monuments and natural landscapes across the globe. Travel continent-by-continent and soar above the Great Pyramid, the Statue of Liberty, Mount Everest and more using the awesome aerial photography throughout this fascinating guide.

Inside The World from Above:
Get a whole new-look at planet Earth from up above and explore bucket-list landmarks, attractions and destinations from a different angle
Incredible aerial photography, satellite images and maps
Divided into seven continent chapters: North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania and Antarctica
Features 'Guides from Above ' to major world cities including: New York, Mexico City, London, Paris, Cape Town, Shanghai and Sydney, and picks out their greatest features
Packed with geographical information and fun facts that both inspire and educate readers
Written by Ben Hubbard, author of more than 130 books including the following for Lonely Planet Kids: The Complete Guide to Space Exploration; Kids Survival Guide; Ocean Animal Atlas; and Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks
Contents include: North America - Niagara Falls (Canada/USA), Panama Canal (Panama). South America - Machu Picchu (Peru), Atacama Desert (Chile). Europe - Grand Canal (Venice, Italy), The Acropolis (Athens, Greece). Africa - Sahara Desert (Morocco), Table Mountain (South Africa). Asia - Taj Mahal (India), Angkor Wat (Cambodia). Oceania - Great Barrier Reef (Australia), Mount Taranaki (New Zealand). Antarctica - Mount Erebus, McMurdo Dry Valleys. And more!
This is the perfect book for curious kids and families who want to learn more about our world - and see it all too - from a unique point of view