Overview
The definitive survey of the countries and territories of Western Europe, comprising expert analysis and commentary, up-to-date economic and socio-political data and extensive directory information. New for 2014: coverage of the ongoing economic crisis in the eurozone and its effect on the politics and economies of countries in the region major political developments are analysed, including the legislative elections in Austria, Germany, Italy, Norway and other countries and territories in the region comprehensively updated directory sections, including new heads of state in Belgium and the Netherlands following the abdication of their respective monarchs, and Vatican City with the election of the new Pope. General Survey Essays by leading experts on the area cover issues of regional importance. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, comprising: an introductory survey, containing essays on the geography, history and economy of each country, including a chronology and map. an extensive statistical survey of economic and demographic indicators, including area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications media and education. a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political and commercial institutions. Regional Information a directory of research institutes specializing in the region bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the region.
Full Product Details
Author: Europa Publications ,
Cathy Hartley
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint: Europa Publications Ltd
Edition: 16th edition
Weight: 1.950kg
ISBN: 9781857437034
ISBN 10: 1857437039
Pages: 920
Publication Date: 12 November 2013
Audience:
General/trade
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College/higher education
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General
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Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By: 9781857437386
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Excellent, authoritative, valuable. - Reference Reviews A valuable reference work. - The Geographical Journal Prepared with the meticulous attention to detail which characterizes the Europa series of reference books. - Reference and Research Book News ... recommended for library purchase. - Irish Political Studies Saves time in researching Western European Countries - at the same time providing users with well-informed commentaries and the latest statistical and directory information. - Social Science Review Accurate and up to date. - Times Literary Supplement
