{"product_id":"1973-small-atlas-of-the-ussr-vintage-soviet-geography-atlas-with-maps-russian-hardcover","title":"1973 Small Atlas of the USSR | Vintage Soviet Geography Atlas with Maps | Russian Hardcover","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"846\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis original \u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"495\"\u003e1973 edition of the \"Small Atlas of the USSR\" (Малый атлас СССР)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact yet remarkably detailed geographical reference published by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eChief Administration of Geodesy and Cartography (GUGK) under the Council of Ministers of the USSR\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed as a practical reference for students, travelers, researchers, and professionals, it presents an informative snapshot of the Soviet Union during the early 1970s.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eDespite its pocket-sized format, the atlas contains an impressive collection of full-color maps illustrating the political and administrative organization of the USSR, physical geography, population distribution, transportation networks, natural resources, and time zones. A comprehensive geographical index makes it easy to locate thousands of cities, rivers, mountains, and settlements across the Soviet republics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eToday, this atlas serves as both a valuable historical reference and a fascinating collectible documenting the geography and administrative divisions of the Soviet Union before its dissolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3hh6by\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qdq7po\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small Atlas of the USSR (Малый атлас СССР)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ai5l2t\" data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chief Administration of Geodesy and Cartography (GUGK), Council of Ministers of the USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kq8im5\" data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003ePlace of Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moscow, USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dkhsep\" data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wbjwdd\" data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1adsaip\" data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u3x6or\" data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pocket-sized reference atlas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7c49r\" data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eThis Soviet atlas includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"112rzxa\" data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003ePolitical and administrative maps of the Soviet republics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"29qqfq\" data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003ePhysical and topographical maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eberju\" data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003ePopulation density and demographic maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"on9ci4\" data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eTime zone maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14tle34\" data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eTransportation and communication networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"flzc7u\" data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eRelief, rivers, lakes, and mountain systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12jiudz\" data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eRegional geographical information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xemhj0\" data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eComprehensive alphabetical geographical index\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eThe atlas is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003every good vintage condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The original textured purple hardcover retains its bright gold lettering and embossed USSR state emblem with only light shelf wear. The binding remains tight and secure, while the interior pages are clean, crisp, and complete. The color maps remain bright and well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1t8c0sv\" data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eWhy Collect This Atlas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eThis vintage Soviet atlas is an excellent addition for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m1a6f8\" data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eCollectors of Soviet books and memorabilia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e1nci8\" data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2675\"\u003eHistorical map and cartography enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13mjxs4\" data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eResearchers of Cold War geography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3d3csf\" data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eTeachers and students of Soviet history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9evbem\" data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003eCollectors of Russian-language reference books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"refuta\" data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003eAnyone interested in historical maps of the USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"3106\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCombining practical cartographic detail with historical significance, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003e1973 Small Atlas of the USSR\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a unique view of the geography, administrative structure, and territorial organization of one of the twentieth century's largest nations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsar to Soviets books ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48722839601384,"sku":"USSR0072","price":67.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/8743\/6008\/files\/photo_1_2026-07-09_15-38-37.jpg?v=1783597303","url":"https:\/\/tsartosovietsbooks.com\/products\/1973-small-atlas-of-the-ussr-vintage-soviet-geography-atlas-with-maps-russian-hardcover","provider":"Tsar to Soviets books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}