The Statesman's Yearbook 2013: The Politics, Cultures and Economies of the World

ISBN-13: 9780230360099 / Angielski / Twarda / 2012 / 1600 str.

B. Turner

Opis

Now in its 149th edition, The Statesman's Yearbook continues to be the reference work of choice for accurate and reliable information on every country in the world. Covering political, economic, social and cultural aspects, the Yearbook is also available online for subscribing institutions: www.statesmansyearbook.com .

Spis treści

Time Zones Map Flags of the World/Map of the World (Colour Pull-out Section) Preface The Future Balance of Economic Power by Barry Turner Migration The Human Tide World Population Key World Facts Chronology of World Events PART I International Organizations PART II: COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD A-Z: Key Historical Events Territory and Population Social Statistics Climate Constitution and Government Government Chronology Recent Elections Current Administration Current Leaders Defence International Relations Economy Energy and Natural Resources Environment Industry International Trade Communications Social Institutions Culture Diplomatic Representatives Further Reading Abbreviations Place and International Organizations Index Index of Current Leaders

O autorze

BARRY TURNER is the seventh Editor in the 149-year history of The Statesman's Yearbook. He has a PhD in Political History and has been a full-time writer for 30 years. He has worked as a journalist and broadcaster in the field of politics, biography, travel and education, and is the author of over 20 books. He is a regular contributor to The Times as a book reviewer and serializer.