National Geographic 1997 and 2012 various(7)(see images)

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Excellent for art inspiration and educational research into science and various topics.

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Condition: Good to Very Good.

April 1997

Hubble’s Eye on the Universe: A cover story showcasing stunning deep-space photography, including a dying star 8,000 light-years away.
Australia’s Dog Fence: A look at the 3,300-mile barrier across the outback designed to protect sheep from dingoes.
Borneo’s Strangler Fig Trees: An ecological study of these tropical giants and their role in sustaining island wildlife.
The Yellowstone: The Last Best River: A journey along one of the West’s most pristine undammed rivers.
Moscow: The New Revolution: A report on the rapid changes in the Russian capital following the shift toward free enterprise.
Oil on Ice: An exploration of the environmental and economic challenges of oil production in the Arctic

October 1997

Down the Zambezi: An exploration of the Zambezi River’s course and the people living along its banks.
The Promise of Pakistan: A look at the country’s landscape and social fabric.
Parasites: A detailed feature on the biological world of parasites.
The Most Ancient Americans: An examination of archaeological findings regarding early human presence in the Americas.
County Fairs: A photographic and narrative journey through the tradition of American county fairs.
Vincent van Gogh: A profile on the life and artistic legacy of the Dutch post-impressionist painter

November 1997

Aging—New Answers to Old Questions: A look at how and why humans age, exploring scientific secrets to living longer, healthier lives.
North Woods Journal: A focus on the wilderness of the northern forests.
Quebec’s Quandary: An examination of the French-speaking province’s relationship with Canada and its considerations regarding sovereignty.
Wilderness Rafting Siberian Style: Following a fearless Siberian team as they navigate the raging Oygaing River in Uzbekistan using handmade equipment.
Nepal’s Forgotten Corner: A journey into the picturesque and long-isolated realm of Mustang, Nepal.
Portrait of a Hutsul Village: Stories of the Hutsul people in Ukraine’s Carpathian Mountains reclaiming their ancestral lands.
Flies That Fight: A “ringside seat” to rain forest brawls between flies that battle like miniature elk

May 2012

Eyewitness to the Civil War: A deep dive into the historical impact of the war through the eyes of artists who were on the front lines.
Egypt in the Moment: An exploration of how the Egyptian Revolution was experienced along the Nile, far from the central activity of Tahrir Square.
The Calm Before the Wave: An investigative piece on tsunamis, examining their frequency and the scientific efforts to predict where the next giant wave might strike.
A Showboating Bird: A look at the unique mating rituals of the male manakin, which uses its wings to create music or performs movements similar to a “moonwalk”.
Iceland’s Changing Face: Coverage of Iceland’s unique geography, culture, and scientific developments.

June 2012

Solar System Ice (Cover Story): This article details how ice is far more common in space than previously thought, found in craters on Mercury, the rings of Saturn, and beneath the surfaces of distant moons.
The World’s Newest Nation: A report on South Sudan, which had recently gained independence in 2011, documenting the challenges and hopes of the young country.
True Grit: A look at the life and survival of wolverines in the American West, highlighting their tenacity in harsh mountain environments.
The First White House: An archaeological exploration of the President’s House in Philadelphia, where George Washington and John Adams lived before the capital moved to Washington, D.C.
The Great Wall of China: A feature on the legendary structure, focusing on the lesser-known, crumbling sections of the wall and the efforts to preserve its history.

July 2012

Easter Island: A look at the history, culture, and ecology of the remote Pacific outpost, focusing on new theories regarding the movement of the moai.
Epic Storms: Stunning photography and reporting on extreme weather events and eerie skies.
Saving Lost Languages: An exploration of the world’s dying languages and the efforts to preserve them.
Antarctica’s Ice Caves: A scientific expedition into the volcanic ice caves of Mt. Erebus.
Russian Summer: A feature on life and culture in Russia during the warmer months

October 2012

Sky Caves of Nepal: An exploration of ancient, man-made caves carved into Himalayan cliffs.
Why Leaves Evolve: A look into the science and evolutionary history behind the various shapes and functions of leaves.
A New Face for Rio: A report on the urban transformations in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as it prepared for major global events.
Mesoamerican Reef: A study of the health and biodiversity of the massive reef system stretching along the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Wild Squatters in Finland: A photography-led feature on animals making themselves at home in abandoned buildings in the Finnish countryside