The second edition of this important biographical reference presents over 300 succinct narrative biographies of some of the most important, influential and powerful people in the world. Covering some 200 countries and territories it profiles every serving head of state and head of government and explains both, the role of the head of state, head of government and the legislature as well as each country's type of government.

Containing biographical profiles of close to 350 world leaders, this book will be essential for anyone needing information on those in power. Entries for each...