Whopper of a window on the world

WE are not alone. There are four Worcesters in the world...

Two in America, one in South Africa.

And I suppose you might have some inkling where the other one resides.

But that's the whole point about maps, isn't it?

Once opened, an atlas is examined in minute detail, fingers poised to run down those interminable lists of small type, eyes scanning the transistorised world that sits in the palm of your hand.

Well, you'll have a job to hold this monster for very long.

For this bumper book is an absolute whopper. But there's more to this chunky volume than meets the eye...

For these reference maps are presented in a highly-innovative and dynamic style, displaying all the qualities for which Collins' atlases are renowned - authority, accuracy and comprehensive coverage of the world.

And there's more. Distinctive continental sections present new ways of visualising the Earth, using satellite imagery, space and aerial photography and unique terrain models.

Oh yes. One other point. There are three Rugbys in the world. Two in America and one just over the way in Warwickshire.

Just thought I'd let you know.

John Phillpott