The Islands of the Pacific map was published in December 1974 as half of a two-map set with the Discoverers of the Pacific map. With historical notes, currents, prevailing winds, political administration of the islands and more, this detailed work also accompanied the article "The Coming of the Polynesians." The 1974 Islands of the Pacific map features:
• Historical notes
• Warm currents, cold currents, and prevailing winds
• Capitals and major cities
• Airports
• Mountains, rivers, lakes, coral reefs, dry lakes, sand, and swamp
• Geographical equivalents
• International dateline
Coverage Area: South Pacific, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia
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