A reference guide to head's of government around the globe. 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. Num Pages: 712 pages, ports. BIC Classification: GB; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1202. . 2006. 2 Rev ed. Hardback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Seller Inventory # V9781857433463

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: Profiles of People in Power
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2006
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1857433467
ISBN 13: 9781857433463
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 2nd Edition
Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

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 country or territory include:

a brief explanation of the type of government and the respective roles of the head of state, the head of government and the legislature
a listing of recent heads of state and heads of government
biographical profiles of the current head of state and head of government and other recent incumbents of these positions remain significant and active political leaders.

This new edition is going to be a great asset to reference libraries, as well as governmental and political organizations world-wide.

About the Author

Roger East, Carina O'Reilly, Richard J. Thomas.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

We carry a comprehensive range of out of print and rare books.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Kennys Bookshops and Art Galleries Limited
Liosban Industrial Estate, Tuam Road, Galway, GY, Ireland

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks websites.

If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date.

For any queries please use the contact seller link or send an email to books@kennys.ie

Conor Kenny

Shipping Terms

All books securely packaged. Some books ship from Ireland.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	14 to 20 business days	13 to 14 business days
First item	US$ 10.50	US$ 21.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.