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Handbook of the World (Oxford Paperback Reference)
Handbook of the World - Oxford Paperback Reference Author:Peter Stalker This up-to-date and comprehensive handbook provides a vivid snapshot of every country in the world. Each entry includes a map to show location and a brief overview of the geography, with the focus primarily on the contemporary social, economic, and political issues that shape each country. Data tables are also included to show the main social an... more »d economic indicators for each country, as well as information on international organizations, agencies, and agreements such as the United Nations, the European Union, and Amnesty International. References to source books and recommendations for further reading, whether at international, national, or regional levels, are also given.« less