Topics addressed include the political climate, recent international disputes, natural resources, environment, population, inflation rate, GDP, agriculture, industries, defense expenditures, national holidays, literacy rate, religion, legal system, labor force, and much more. Key data are grouped under the headings of geography, people, government, economy, communications, and defense forces. The World Factbook also offers a multitude of maps -- one of each country and more than a dozen others for regional perspective. In addition, readers will find handy appendixes on the United Nations system, international organizations, weights and measures, international environmental agreements, and standardization of geographic names. The World Factbook provides the indispensable reference for individuals possessing a curiosity or concern about the world in which we live.
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Topics addressed include the political climate, recent international disputes, natural resources, environment, population, inflation rate, GDP, agriculture, industries, defense expenditures, national holidays, literacy rate, religion, legal system, labor force, and much more. Key data are grouped under the headings of geography, people, government, economy, communications, and defense forces. The World Factbook also offers a multitude of maps -- one of each country and more than a dozen others for regional perspective. In addition, readers will find handy appendixes on the United Nations system, international organizations, weights and measures, international environmental agreements, and standardization of geographic names. The World Factbook provides the indispensable reference for individuals possessing a curiosity or concern about the world in which we live.
Imprint | Potomac Books Inc |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | May 2003 |
Availability | Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available. |
First published | July 2002 |
Authors | Central Intelligence Agency |
Dimensions | 279 x 216 x 37mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 658 |
Edition | Revised ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-57488-475-3 |
Barcode | 9781574884753 |
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LSN | 1-57488-475-1 |