Here's why:
* Provides factual information: Atlases contain maps, which are representations of real places, geographical features, and locations.
* Objective and accurate: They aim to depict the world accurately, using geographical data and scientific principles.
* Based on real-world data: Maps in atlases are created using surveys, satellite imagery, and other real-world data.
While atlases can sometimes contain illustrations or diagrams that may be stylized, the underlying information they present is based on reality.