National Geographic be a great resource . the photography be top shelf , and there be a good balance of natural science , archaeology and history in every issue . the article themselves can range from riveting to mildly interesting - and the writing be not as good -lrb- generally -rrb- as some of the other available magazine out there . have say that , it be a staple of learning , and I can say it first open I up to a broader world 30 year ago as a kid - largely due to the picture . Worth a subscription . you should , however , look at go direct to National Geographic - may get a better deal on the rate .