The object of study in geography is the earth, and more precisely, the earth as the home of man. Literacy, as applied to geography, involves a fresh new layer on the educational itinerary. It presumes that a person already has the ability to read and write and to communicate verbally. This dictionary of geographic literacy enhances this learning by providing a quick, and easy reference of core geographic knowledge. Its succinctness, its clarity, and its illustrations provide a pragmatic solution for society's ubiquitous lack of geographical dexterity and proposes a solid foundation for the acquisition of meaningful geographic knowledge and skills. Entries in the dictionary begin with A for "Aberdeen" and conclude with Z for "Zulu." (BT)