National Geographic , a glossy , first class publication , take the reader on a tour around the world to new or far away place . it be broad in scope with well write , matter of fact article on diverse subject that be sure to appeal to armchair explorer everywhere . these article be lavishly illustrate by beautiful photograph that augment the article in a meaningful way . it be also a wonderful reference magazine for school child and the incessant project that they must complete . this informative , though somewhat staid , magazine will appeal to those who be interested in history , animal , geography , science , other culture , and exploration . it be not a magazine write with a eye towards adventure . for that one should look to outside magazine .