The World Guide 2003-2004

'The World Guide 2003/2004' provides a wealth of information on the countries of the world from a refreshingly different perspective. It includes all the facts, history, political and economic analysis you would expect, but also offers information on the issues central to the lives of people in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean.

The 624-page book has

* 238 maps

* 200 graphics

* 26 global issue tables

* 20 key indicator tables

* 10,000 references

* Full index

* Foldout full-color map of the world

* Flags of the world in color

This book is an essential reference for libraries, offices, schools, colleges and universities.

Key features for the new edition:

* updated information on 238 countries, including full entries for Palestine, East Timor, Western Sahara, and West Papua

* reports on global issues, such as terrorism, HIV/AIDS, global warming

* updated data on child health, literacy, access to clean water, land use, public expenditure, and other issues

"Good news for anyone looking for a handy overview of the world, the countries and the places of our planet." Financial and Economic Times, Brussels This is the best and most accessible general reference resource available on the Third World." The Australian "A highly recommended reference book that gives readers a unique opportunity to see what the world looks like 'from the South'." WorldViews Resource Center, Michigan "Impressive reference book." The Times, London