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Gorgeous reverse-painted glass with a stylized zebra print sets this wonderful table lamp apart. The National Geographic Home lighting collection draws on the organization's century-old commitment to exploration and world travel. This fabulous table lamp features a zebra pattern in reverse-painted glass. Pedestal base and neck come in a deep bronze finish. A khaki bell shade adds a final touch of softness to this stylish look. A 3-way socket offers more lighting control. Reverse-painted glass. Bronze finish. Glass and metal construction. Khaki bell shade. Takes one 150 watt 3-way bulb (not included). 34" high. Shade is 10 1/2" across the top, 19 1/2" across the bottom, and 12" high.

Wolves' wisdom and the social structure of the packs make them fascinating to study. Photographing these elusive animals is an enormous challenge. And National Geographic's photographers have risen to the challenge. This calendar features some of their most spectacular wolf pictures.

Hawaii is among the most environmentally diverse places on earth, consisting of eight main islands and over 10,000 plant and animal species found nowhere else in the world. In this 12 month calendar, you will visually explore the flora and fauna that make it such a magical place.

Parrots are known for their ability to mimic speech, and some African Grey Parrots have even been able to learn the meanings of words and form short sentences. Learn even more about these revered and clever birds in this 12 month calendar. Each page includes a fascinating photograph and an interesting fact about about the range, feeding habits, vocal talents, and behaviors of different parrot species.

One of the most endangered species on our planet, there are probably less than 7,500 wild tigers left in the world. Several sub-species have already become extinct in the past century. These beautiful and graceful predators are celebrated every month in our calendar, in all their wild glory.

A favorite animal of many National Geographic readers, penguins are graceful swimmers and have a sophisticated social network. Living in the southern hemisphere, they range from the beaches of Africa to the frigid waters of Antarctica. Penguin facts on each pages of this twelve-month calendar will give you all the fascinating trivia on these majestic creatures.

Come to the windswept plains of Africa for one of the Earth's most ancient and beautiful spectacles: the great zebra migration in Botswana. You'll travel ancient trails with thousands of these wild, striped horses who share vast grasslands with wildebeests, elephants, and their deadly enemy-the lion. On this 300 mile journey you'll see the tender first moments of a young foal's life as she instinctively studies and memorizes her mother's stripe pattern so she'll never get lost in the herd. You'll witness how zebra family groups are rigidly organized for protection and the consequence of not following the rules. Join National Geographic and learn the secrets behind Africa's graceful zebras.Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada

Did you know that like each giraffe's coat is distinctive, just like human fingerprints? Its species name is camelopardalis, acknowledging its similarity to a camel's body and a leopard's spots. Learn more about giraffes in this 12-month calendar full of enchanting photography and interesting facts.

National Geographic Home lighting offers a splash of natural splendor for your decor. Huge herds of zebras flourish on the open grasslands of Africa. Their glorious stripes provide excellent camouflage as their main predator, the lion, is believed to be colorblind. This table lamp, from the National Geographic Home lighting collection, was inspired by these graceful creatures. Features an off white and black finish base and matching finial. A fabulous natural fiber look drum shade finishes the design. A 3-way socket makes it simple to adjust the lighting level. White and black finish. Resin construction. Cinched drum shade. Takes one 150 watt 3-way bulb (not included). 30" high. Shade is 15" across the top, 16" across the bottom, 11" high.

Ireland's Kylemore Abbey and Spain's Alcazar Abbey are just two of the magnificent buildings featured in our 12-month 2010 Castles calendar. Marvel at the opulence and architectural splendor of these amazing structures.

Waterfalls Wall Calendar: This beautiful 17-month calendar for 2010 reveals the many moods of the waterfall, from serene cascades to thunderous mountain cataracts. Timeless and majestic, these forces of nature have been photographed in some of the world’s remotest and most scenic places. Printed using recycled materials.

Now you can organize your life in style with National Geographic's splendidly illustrated 2010 National Parks Portraits calendar featuring a spectacular slice of nature on every page. Shot by National Geographic's acclaimed photographers, the images expertly capture the beauty and depth of the U.S. National Parks System's amazingly diverse treasures. You'll savor unique natural settings across the continent, including lush forests, inviting streams, desert wonderlands, and wildlife havens. From coast to coast, you'll discover the most awe-inspiring scenes our continent has to offer. Plan your days and beautify your home with panoramas most people never have an opportunity to see!

The playful panda is a favorite animal of children and adults alike, and in these dozen photographs, you'll see them up close and in the wild. Chewing on eucalyptus and playing with cubs, these black and white bears are sure to bring a smile.

In Kenya, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, and beyond, National Geographic explorers have captured these up-close images of the powerful pachyderm. At watering holes, amidst zebra herds and gathering in the savanna, these images capture the power and grace of the remarkable African elephant.

The shrines of Kyoto stand in stark contrast to the neon lights of Tokyo's Shibuya District in these twelve evocative photos of the Land of the Rising Sun. Explore this archipelago nation through a year's worth of stunning National Geographic photography.

National Geographic presents the ever-anticipated finale to the 2009 National Geographic Bee, moderated by Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek. Eric Yang, of Griffin Middle School in The Colony, Texas, triumphed at the annual competition during a tie-breaker round with this question: "Timis County shares its name with a tributary of the Danube and is located in the western part of which European country?" The answer, Romania, came with a U.S. $25,000 college scholarship, a lifetime membership in the National Geographic Society, and a trip to the Galapagos Islands with Jeopardy! host and Bee moderator Alex Trebek. Yang competed against 54 fourth- through eighth-grade contestants whittled down from nearly 5 million students from around the country. Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada.

The wonders of the world's largest island insipre daydreams and travel plans in this 12-month calendar of Australian vistas-from Sydney's iconic opera house to the Whitsunday Islands to Mount Hobart.

This swing arm wall light design is inspired by the beautiful island of Bali. The National Geographic Home Lighting Collection was inspired by the organization's century-old commitment to exploration and world travel. Each piece celebrates a different world culture and captures the spirit and style of some of the world's most magical places. This design was inspired by explorations on the Indonesian island of Bali. The shade features a fabulous bamboo design backed by fabric for an organic look. The base is inspired by Bali's tradition of artisan wood carving and features a walnut finish. Plug-in style wall swing arm. Bamboo and fabric shade. Walnut finish. Plug-in style wall swing arm. By National Geographic. Takes one 75 watt bulb (not included). 19" high. 23 1/2" maximum arm extension. Backplate is 7" high, 5" wide. Shade is 11" wide.

This swing arm wall light design is inspired by the beautiful island of Bali. The National Geographic Home Lighting Collection was inspired by the organization's century-old commitment to exploration and world travel. Each piece celebrates a different world culture and captures the spirit and style of some of the world's most magical places. This design was inspired by explorations on the Indonesian island of Bali. The shade features a fabulous bamboo design backed by fabric for an organic look. The base is inspired by Bali's tradition of artisan wood carving and features a walnut finish. Plug-in style wall swing arm. Bamboo and fabric shade. Walnut finish. Plug-in style wall swing arm. By National Geographic. Takes one 75 watt bulb (not included). 19" high. 23 1/2" maximum arm extension. Backplate is 7" high, 5" wide. Shade is 11" wide.

Did you know that a polar bear's skin is black underneath all that fur, and that their fur is actually translucent? It helps keep them warm in the winter and provides effective camouflage. This calendar is full of other interesting facts about polar bears and their lifestyle, and, of course, some of the best National Geographic photos of these remarkable animals.

This large map shows Iraq and its neighbors as only National Geographic can. At almost 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide, the dramatic size of this elegant map will make it a focal point, perfect for the well-furnished office or home. National Geographic's trademarked coloring, typesetting, and sophistication make this a unique item for the map lover, frequent visitor to the region, news buff, or those with loved ones in the area. Intricate shaded relief reveals the Middle East's topography while subtle coloring defines international boundaries. Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Kuwait, Lebanon, Israel- Palestine, and Cyprus are shown in their entirety, along with portions of Iran, Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. National Geographic has packed this map with super-legible place names while seamlessly integrating expected details such as airports, railroads, ruins, roads, oil fields and pipelines, as well as physical features such as rivers, lakes, swamps, sandy areas, lava, dry salt lakes, salt deserts, and the names and elevations of major peaks. Four of the area's most important citiesBeirut, Jerusalem, Damascus, and Baghdadare detailed in inset maps accompanied by short city profiles. Map includes a guide to geographic terms in regional languages. Printed on 24 lb. premium coated bond paper.

CLOSEOUTS . Detailed two-sided National Geographic map of the Middle East and Iraq includes a striking satellite image of the entire area as well as a political map detailing cities, towns, road networks, railroads, airports, water holes, oil fields and pipelines. Includes inset maps showing conflicts, religious demographics, oil and water. Fact boxes for 15 Middle Eastern countries and the West Bank-Gaza Strip City insets for Baghdad, Beirut, Damascus and Jerusalem Size: 23x36” CLOSEOUTS . USA.

Witness the majestic landscapes of America. See the natural beauty through two dozen vivid photographs from around the country. Monthly vignettes give you more information and interesting facts about all the wonderful places this calendar will take you, from Abuquiu, New Mexico, to Denali in Alaska.

This energy efficient outdoor wall light has a solar powered LED light as well as auto dusk-to-dawn operation. The National Geographic Society has had a century long commitment to promoting natural conservation. Since 1888 they've inspired people to care about the planet. This highly efficient design comes from the National Geographic Preserve Our Planet collection and gives you two options for decreasing your energy consumption. The top solar panel powers four long-lasting (up to 50,000 hours) L.E.D. lights. Because the L.E.D. lights are lit automatically by a light-sensing unit, they offer dusk-to-dawn security light that is ideal for entry areas. When you need extra light, turn on the energy efficient CFL bulb. Please note that the CFL light requires hard-wired installation and is not solar powered. Black finish. Patent applied for. Black finish. Part of the Preserve Our Planet program. Energy efficient design. L.E.D. lights are solar powered. CFL light requires hard-wired installation. Patent applied for. Comes with one 4 watt CFL bulb. 10 1/2" high. 5 3/4" wide. Extends 8" from the wall. Back plate is 5 3/4" high, 4 1/2" wide. 7 1/2" from mounting point to top of fixture.

This large map shows China and its neighbors as only National Geographic can. At 3 feet tall and more than almost 4 feet wide, the dramatic size of this elegant map will make it a focal point, perfect for the well-furnished office or home. National Geographic's trademarked coloring, typesetting, and sophistication make this a unique item for the map lover or Sinophile. Intricate shaded relief reveals China's striking topography while subtle coloring defines international and provincial boundaries. National Geographic has packed this map with super-legible place names while seamlessly integrating expected details such as airports, rail roads, ruins, major roads and highways, as well as physical features such as rivers, lakes, wetlands, deserts, and the names and elevations of major peaks. Includes Mongolia, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh in their entirety. Printed on 24 lb. premium coated bond paper.

This extra large map shows South America as only National Geographic can. Included in this special edition map are 15 inset maps of surrounding islands. At 4 feet wide and more than 5 feet tall, the dramatic size of this elegant map will make it a focal point, perfect for the well-furnished office or home. National Geographics trademarked coloring, typesetting, and sophistication make this a unique item for the map lover or frequent visitor to the continent. Intricate shaded relief reveals South Americas striking topography while subtle coloring defines international boundaries. National Geographic has packed this map with super-legible place names while seamlessly integrating expected details such as airports, major roads and highways, ruins, and oil derricks, as well as physical features such as rivers, lakes, wetlands, salt flats, and the names and elevations of major peaks. A stylish, constant reminder of your past adventures to the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, Iguaçú Falls, the Patagonian Andes, the Amazon, and Buenos Airesor an inspiration for your next one. Printed on 24 lb. premium coated bond paper.

National Parks Wall Calendar: Yellowstone was christened the first national park in 1872. Since then, the national park system has grown to comprise more than 80 million awe-inspiring acres of land. This National Parks calendar celebrates the stunning natural beauty of places like the Grand Canyon, the Badlands, Isle Royale, and the Great Tetons. Outstanding photographs of majestic mountains, pristine beaches, peaceful forests, and glorious skies are sure to captivate nature lovers from all across this great land.

the delicate chambers inside a sea shell form an intricate play of form and grace. national geographic brings this beauty to your home with this gorgeous canvas photo print. canvas over wood frame. 12" square x 1" thick.

National Parks Wall Calendar: From majestic snowcapped mountains to exquisitely sculpted canyons, Nature is displayed in all its splendor in this beautiful calendar. Celebrate Nature's awesome beauty with these photographs of some of the most magnificent national parks in North America.

Books. National Geographic National Parks & Monuments 2010 Calendar

National Parks Wall Calendar: Yellowstone was christened the first national park in 1872. Since then, the national park system has grown to comprise more than 80 million awe-inspiring acres of land. This 2010 National Parks calendar celebrates the stunning natural beauty of places like the Grand Canyon, the Badlands, Isle Royale, and the Great Tetons. Outstanding photographs of majestic mountains, pristine beaches, peaceful forests, and glorious skies are sure to captivate nature lovers from all across this great land.

This energy efficient, dusk-to-dawn outdoor wall light combines solar powered LED light with a hard-wired fluorescent fixture. The National Geographic Society has had a century long commitment to promoting natural conservation. Since 1888 they've inspired people to care about the planet. This highly efficient design comes from the National Geographic Preserve Our Planet collection and gives you two options for decreasing your energy consumption. The top solar panel powers four long-lasting (up to 50,000 hours) L.E.D. lights. Because the L.E.D. lights are lit automatically by a light-sensing unit, they offer dusk-to-dawn security light that is ideal for entry areas. When you need extra light, turn on the energy efficient CFL bulb. Please note that the CFL light requires hard-wired installation and is not solar powered. Veranda bronze finish. Clear glass. Patent applied for. Part of the Preserve Our Planet collection. Includes L.E.D. lights and one 4 watt E-27 compact fluorescent bulb. 10 1/2" high. 5 3/4" wide. Extends 8" from the wall. Backplate is 5 3/4" high, 4 1/2" wide. 7 1/2" mounting point to top.

This map includes: wilderness areas; Rapidan Wildlife Management Area; Overall Run Waterfall; Whiteoak Canyon Waterfall; Cedar Run Waterfall; Rose River Waterfall; Dark Hollow Waterfall; Lewis Waterfall; South River Waterfall; Doyles River Waterfalls; Jones Run Waterfall; the cities of Front Royal, Waynesboro, Harrisonburg, Shenandoah, Elkton, Grottoes, and Charlottesville; George Washington National Forest; the Appalachian Trail; Shenandoah River; Skyline Drive. Includes UTM grids for use with your GPS unit.

20x32 National Geographic World Explorer Wall Map Mural SWIFTMAPS PRESENTS: THE WORLD EXPLORER by National Geographic Paper Folded Edition 20" High x 32" Wide (CLICK HERE TO SEE A FULLY ZOOMABLE SAMPLE MAP) The colorful World Explorer map by National Geographic is designed using the Winkel Tripel projection, which reduces the distortion of land masses near the poles. Inset charts list largest cities by population and the largest countries by land mass and population. This version is National G

CLOSEOUTS. National Geographic software program lets you enjoy America's beautiful National Parks. Plan your trip and experience the beautiful mountains, trails, campsites, rivers, lakes and waterfalls from your home computer. Plan hikes tracing your route and see exact distance, elevation profiles -- eliminate guessing how far, how high and how steep Powerful navigation tools and search engine allow searching by name or category Navigate in three dimensions and zoom through maps with increasing levels of detail Move smoothly in any direction Borderless maps Customize maps with text, symbols and routes Create and print custom maps in color or black and white Waypoint manager for tracking waypoints, routes and trails Detailed online help PC compatible ONLY, not MAC or GPS compatible PC Requirements: 486 DX/66Mhz or higher, 16 MB RAM, Windows 95, 98, NT or XP; 256-color monitor and 2X CD-ROM. Contains: 1 CD-ROM, written instructions, protective jewel case CLOSEOUTS . USA. Click here for additional information on each of the CD-ROMs and Installation Instructions Available Colors: ALASKA, CANYON COUNTRY, MIDWEST EAST, MONTANA TEXAS, WESTERN PACIFIC, MIDWEST/EAST COAST.

National Geographic #5162 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - National Geographic Tundra Tripod and Ball Head.The Earth Explorer Medium Backpack (5162) of National Geographic is an ideal blend of today's cutting-edge protective carrying technology and a traditional "explorer" look and feel.The backpack offers the following storage solutions: A lower Photo padded compartment which will hold your camera/camcorder and many accessories such as lenses (standard), flash unit, batteries, cables, charger etc. The photo gear can be easily approached via the designated front zipper opening. This compartment features a set of modular dividers that will allow you to fit the bag to your gear. An upper Personal storage compartment which opens by a large pull tight flap. It will hold all of your personal necessities, such as food, clothes, books etc. If necessary the division between top and lower compartments can be removed to create one large storage space. A rear padded laptop compartment will hold up to 15" laptop and accessories that can be easily withdrawn by the side zipper, or through the main compartment. In addition the National Geographic Earth Explorer backpack offers no less than 7 external pockets and pouches!These will accommodate many items such as stationary, wallet, passport, binoculars and two water bottles in their designated "pull-out" pouches. More gear can be tied to the exterior of the backpack using the special connecting points; tripod, walking stick, sleeping bag and much more. The advanced harness system is designed to allow for ultimate adjustment of its components: padded ergonomic shoulder straps, and lumbar pad, ensuring the perfect fit for each individual carrier. The NG Tundra Ball Head tripod offers the height you need, but folds up to a compact size making this an ideal tripod for traveling or trekking. The ball head positions easily to capture the most extreme angles, and with the small quick release plate, you can easily remove your camera for quick storage. The special two-section column and variablw leg angles provide the flexibility needed to obtain low angle photography.

Washington Nationals Wall Calendar: This calendar features your favorite MLB team in action. Each month illustrates in vivid color, a different player from the team. Each month's photo accurately portrays the passion and fervor that these players put forth during the course of a game. With the help of the bonus "Pro-STATS" page, you will become an expert on statistics and events that have received special recognition over the years. This calendar also features a monthly trivia question and important dates in MLB history.