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OverviewFrom Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, The CIA World Factbook 2008 offers complete and up-to-date information on the world's nations. This all-inclusive reference guide has been updated for 2008 with detailed information on politics, populations, military expenditures, economics, and much more. It includes: Useful maps with new geopolitical data Details on prominent political parties, and contact information for diplomatic consultation A full description of the population of each country, with information on literacy rates, HIV prevalence, and age structure A complete economic overview, from household income to gross domestic product Information on transportation and communication infrastructure. New data on military expenditures and capabilities User-friendly headings, sub-headings, an index, and a list of physical coordinates of major places for easy reading There are also appendices offering useful abbreviations, a list of international organizations and groups, international environmental agreements, the conversion of weights and measures, and more. Originally intended for use by government officials, this amazingly useful reference guide is a must for every student, traveler, journalist, and businessperson. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Central Intelligence AgencyPublisher: Skyhorse Publishing Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 3.50cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 0.989kg ISBN: 9781602390805ISBN 10: 1602390800 Pages: 904 Publication Date: 01 December 2007 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Awaiting stock Table of ContentsReviewsThere are great trivia nuggets amid the very detailed country-by-country reports. --Al Kamen There are great trivia nuggets amid the very detailed country-by-country reports.--Al Kamen Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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