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Disappearing World: 101 of the Earth's Most Extraordinary and Endangered Places
enlarge	Author: Alonzo C. Addison Publisher: Collins Category: Book List Price: ~~$34.95~~ Buy New: $14.95 You Save: $20.00 (57%) New (18) from $14.95 Avg. Customer Rating: 2 reviews Sales Rank: 112646 Media: Hardcover Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 272 Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.3 Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 10 x 0.6 ISBN: 0061434442 Dewey Decimal Number: 333.95 EAN: 9780061434440 ASIN: 0061434442 Publication Date: February 5, 2008 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Condition: New - may have a small remainder mark on the edge.

Editorial Reviews: Product Description Discover the earth's most amazing places before they disappear completely. Disappearing World will take readers on a remarkable journey to the world's most extraordinary and endangered locations. Since 1972, sites of natural, historic, and cultural significance have been designated as World Heritage sites by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Although World Heritage designation offers some protection, these sites are still at risk today from both natural and man-made causes, such as earthquakes in Peru, civil strife in the Congo, and unsustainable tourism in Cambodia. Disappearing World uncovers the dramatic stories behind 101 of the most remarkable and endangered sites from every corner of the world, including: The Great Wall of China \| Serengeti \| London \| Kathmandu Valley \| Machu Picchu \| Iguacu National Park \| Petra \| Angkor \| Ngorongoro \| Everglades \| Bam \| Tropical Rainforest of Sumatra \| Prague \| Minaret of Jam \| Historic Istanbul \| Galapagos Islands \| Kilimanjaro \| Venice \| Great Barrier Reef . . . and many more. A portion of all proceeds will go to support the conservation of World Heritage sites.

Customer Reviews: Great coffee table book - with substance April 13, 2008 5 out of 6 found this review helpful I found this to be a really interesting book about an important, and I think, little known subject. I had heard a bit about world heritage sites but I wasn't really sure what they were. The book is very well-organized and easy to read. For each of the 100 sites presented, there is a small map to show us where it is located, as well as several photographs that both give a sense of the value of the location, as well as the threats it is facing. Because of all of the photos, it is a wonderful coffee table book that is not only interesting to look at but also has some substance. I received it as a gift and am planning to buy copies for friends. People who care about preserving places of cultural/historic importance or who simply love natural beauty are bound to appreciate the chance to learn more. The World We Have Inherited April 8, 2008 4 out of 6 found this review helpful This collection of pictures of 101 World Heritage sites opened my eyes to many sites, both known to me and new to me. It's inspiring and awe-producing, a splendid graduation gift for someone about to enter the world we want to save.