1 / 2The World Atlas of Wine, 8th Edition
The World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition is a 416-page wine reference by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson, with maps, photography and an updated text. It is explicitly identified as an old edition, and the listing says a newer, fully updated edition is available, so choose it only if the eighth edition is what you want.
At a glance
- The listing describes a full text overhaul covering topics of interest to wine-growers and drinkers.
- The edition includes 22 new maps, alongside existing cartography and photography.
- Written by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines wine reference material with maps and photography in a single volume.
- The listed 416-page length and 22 new maps offer substantial material for browsing and study.
- Customer feedback describes the book as comprehensive and educational, including for sommelier training.
Cons
- This is the eighth edition, and the listing explicitly says a newer, fully updated edition is available.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Edition | 1st |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 3 Oct. 2019 |
| Publisher | Mitchell Beazley |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 416 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1784724033 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1784724030 |
| Weight listed | 2.17 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 23.8 x 3.4 x 30 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing calls this the eighth edition and also gives the product-detail field as “1st” under Edition. It supplies ISBN-10 1784724033 and ISBN-13 978-1784724030, while the newer edition is referenced with ISBN 978-1784729707. Confirm the edition and ISBN you intend to buy, as the description contains a truncated ISBN fragment before that newer-edition number.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Wine enthusiasts seeking a map-rich reference to the wine world.
- Wine students or aspiring sommeliers who want a substantial reference volume.
- Readers who specifically want the eighth edition rather than the newer one.
Less suited to
- Buyers who want the newest available edition.
- Readers looking for a lightweight book to carry around, given the listed weight of 2.17 kg.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the book's comprehensive wine coverage, illustrations and educational use, with some describing it as a gift for wine lovers or useful for sommelier training. These are reported impressions rather than a guarantee of fit. The many five-star ratings suggest broadly favourable reception, though ratings alone cannot show which aspects mattered to each reader.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as comprehensive and educational.
- Customer feedback praises the illustrations and mentions the book as a gift for wine lovers.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the latest edition of The World Atlas of Wine?
No. The listing identifies it as the eighth edition and says a newer, fully updated edition is available.
How many pages does this edition have?
The product details list a print length of 416 pages.
What is included in the book?
The listing describes wine reference text, maps and photography, and says 22 new maps were added for this edition.
Which ISBN identifies this listing?
The product details give ISBN-10 1784724033 and ISBN-13 978-1784724030. Because the listing also refers to a newer edition and has inconsistent edition details, check the edition and ISBN before ordering.
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