Product Description

Iconic issue of National Geographic Magazine from August 1999, featuring the striking 'Global Culture' cover as part of the prestigious Millennium Supplement series. This Vol. 196, No. 2 edition captures a pivotal moment in cultural documentation as the world approached the new millennium, with the memorable cover photograph by Joe McNally depicting tradition meeting modernity in Mumbai, India.

This collector's issue features:

  • Special Millennium Supplement focusing on global culture and cultural evolution
  • In-depth feature 'A World Together' exploring internet connectivity and cultural exchange
  • Fascinating 'Tale of Three Cities' comparing Alexandria, Córdoba, and New York across millennia
  • 'Vanishing Cultures' documenting endangered indigenous peoples and their traditions
  • Stunning coverage of Italy's endangered Renaissance art and frescoes
  • 'The Power of Writing' tracing 5,000 years of human written expression

This magazine is in very good condition with the iconic yellow border intact and vibrant. Pages are clean and complete with minimal wear consistent with careful storage over 25 years. A significant piece of National Geographic history capturing humanity's cultural crossroads at the millennium, perfect for collectors of vintage magazines, cultural studies enthusiasts, or anyone interested in late 1990s perspectives on globalisation.

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