The Underground Atlas: A Gazetteer of the World's Cave Regions

The first international gazetteer of caves. An invaluable reference book which provides a comprehensive study of all cave regions of the world. From the deep caves of the European Alps to the long caves of Kentucky in the U.S., this book contains detailed information on all the major cave regions of the world & includes data on the extraordinary caves in China. 100 maps & line surveys complement the text, & outstanding caves are illustrated by photos. As well as the convenient listings, entries give a word picture of the character of the world s caves & cave regions in a way that will fascinate all cavers past & present.