Countries of the World

Profiles of every UN member state

This invaluable global handbook provides a wealth of information for every country in the world. Each entry gives a brief history and outlines contemporary social, economic, political and religious issues. In addition, for each country there is a clear map and a quick-reference fact box

Third edition published in 2011 by Oxford University Press
ISBN 978-0-19-958072 (paper) £9.99/$18.99

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