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National Geographic Magazine Collectors Editions

It's the greatest collection of photographs ever compiled. You may still order many of these special issues online. Download desktop wallpaper. Learn more about the photographers and the stories behind their pictures.

Cats and Dogs Special Issue

Celebrate the cherished roles cats and dogs play in our lives and explore the history of the animals and why they behave the way they do.

100 Scientific Discoveries Special Issue

100 Scientific Discoveries

Investigate inspiring technologies that forever altered our future and fascinating ideas that reflect the cutting-edge thinking of today.

Wonders of the World Special Issue

Wonders of the World

Experience Earth's most awesome places as you've never seen them, through heart-stopping images and stories of nature's power.

50 Greatest Pictures Special Issue

50 Greatest Pictures

Get the stories behind some of the most iconic images from National Geographic magazine in this special issue.

Exploring History Special Issue

Exploring History

This special issue provides cutting-edge insights into some of history's most perplexing questions.

Greatest Wildlife Photos Special Issue

Greatest Wildlife Photos

This special issue combines stunning images, stories, and even photography tips from the world's best wildlife photographers.

Treasure Special Issue

Searching for Treasure

From the time humans first saw the wink of a gemstone or the glint of gold, they have desired to possess that rare and costly beauty for their own.

100 Journeys of a Lifetime Special Issue

100 Journeys of a Lifetime

An amazing photographic tour of alluring destinations around the world, highlighting must-see locales, with a special foreword by Adventurer Sir Richard Branson.

National Parks Special Issue

America's National Parks

Since the establishment of Yellowstone in 1872, these national treasures have been preserving the special corners of our land—places of wonder, exhilaration, and peace.

Sacred Journeys Special Issue

Sacred Journeys

Since the dawn of recorded history, humans have made pilgrimages to sites they hold sacred in search of healing and enlightenment or as acts of faith and sacrifice.

Oceans Special Issue

Explore the world's oceans—from their prehistoric beginnings to modern-day efforts to preserve their natural wonder—in this special issue.

New Universe Special Issue

New Universe

Don't miss out on this captivating look at the workings of the cosmos, along with spectacular images.
(This special edition is sold out.)

Nature's Fury Special Issue

Natural hazards from above and below are more likely than ever to impact our lives. Read more in this special issue.

Holy Land Special Issue

Where Modern Faith Was Born

Beckoning the faithful of three religions, Jerusalem forces all to worship on common ground. Read more in this special issue.

Earth Pulse Special Issue

State of the Earth 2010

Even in the midst of a global economic slowdown, the human footprint on the Earth has never been so heavy.

Your Shot Special Issue

You send us hundreds of pictures every day; we published the best in one place.

Energy Special Issue

Energy: Repowering the Planet

Our planet is threatened by humanity's bond with fossil fuels. This special issue explores the energy challenges ahead.

Space Special Issue

Space: The Once and Future Frontier

Travel the solar system, follow the development of space exploration, and hear about the photographs in the special issue.

Maya Special Issue

Mysteries of the Maya

Follow the rise, glory, and collapse of the ancient and mysterious Maya civilization.

Climate Change Special Issue

Changing Climate

Learn about the signs and science of climate change. Calculate your carbon load and test your knowledge of electronic waste in this special issue.

Wildlife Special Issue

The Best Wildlife Vol. 13

See lionesses in Botswana and birds with the longest wingspan in the world. Find these and more in this special edition.

Guide to Digital Photography

Guide to Digital Photography

Let the photographers at National Geographic show you how to take great pictures. Order this special issue today.

Exploration Special Issue

Exploration Vol. 10

Who's your favorite explorer? Share your thoughts in our forum, then e-greet a friend with a postcard.

Pictures of the Year 2004

Pictures of the Year Vol. 9

Decorate your desktop with a selection of the best pictures from 2004.

100 Best Vintage Photos

100 Best Vintage Vol. 8

Tour our archive of vintage images. Then learn how photographer Robb Kendrick is reviving the tintype method of making pictures.

Exploring Space

Exploring Space Vol. 7

Test your space smarts by playing our trivia game.

100 Best Unpublished Photos

100 Best Unpublished Vol. 6

Tune into a myriad of multimedia presentations featuring images and interviews ranging from a one-day foot race up three mountains to "India's Untouchables."

Treasures of Egypt

Treasures of Egypt Vol. 5

Write a message in hieroglyphics and send it to a friend as an ancient Egyptian e-greeting.

100 Years of Swimsuits

Swimsuits: 100 Years Vol. 4

Sneak a peak at our gallery of online-exclusive images of swimsuits through the decades.

100 Best Wildlife Photos

100 Best Wildlife Vol. 3

Get the scoop on how photographers capture those amazing wildlife moments.

Best of America

Best of America Vol. 2

Decorate your desktop with a scenic slice of American life.

100 Best Pictures

100 Best Pictures Vol. 1

Get the story behind the eyes that riveted the world from photographer Steve McCurry.

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