World Political Almanac (Hardcover, 4th Revised edition)

The Facts On File World Political Almanac, already established as an invaluable resource for reference libraries, brings together a wealth of information about post-World War II international politics.

Now thoroughly updated, this edition covers contemporary events in international politics, including the founding of new states, the emergence of new political leaders, and the most recent warfare and civil strife in countries such as Rwanda, Bosnia, and Haiti.

New and updated coverage includes international political organizations and movements; heads of state and government; treaties, alliances, and diplomatic agreements; elections; the violent world; and population and urbanization.

Plus, complete updates to the Dictionary of Political Terms, Events, and Actions and the Biographical Dictionary of Political Figures are also included.