Author : George Thomas Kurian
Publisher :
Page : 2508 pages
File Size : 46,73 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Economics
ISBN : 9780816051892
Tables, charts, lists, and other graphics are linked with narrative accounts of each nation's peoples, history, government, maps, basic fact sheets, information on the land and peoples, and discussion of history and government, economy, and society and culture. Also included: a chronology, a bibliography, official publications, contact information and internet resources.
Author : R. W. McColl
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 1182 pages
File Size : 32,17 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 0816072299
Presents a comprehensive guide to the geography of the world, with world maps and articles on cartography, notable explorers, climate and more.
Author : George Thomas Kurian
Publisher : Facts on File
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 17,52 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
Comprising an extensive overhaul of the original Encyclopedia of the World's Nations, this edition provides concise and objective descriptions of the dominant political, economic, social, and cultural systems of the countries of the world. It features 193 country-by-country surveys in 40 separate categories, as well as tables, charts, and lists that are linked with narrative accounts of each nation's peoples, history, government, society, and culture.
Author : Mark Juergensmeyer
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 1529 pages
File Size : 48,22 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0761927298
Presents entries A to L of a two-volume encyclopedia discussing religion around the globe, including biographies, concepts and theories, places, social issues, movements, texts, and traditions.
Author : Thomas M. Leonard
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1902 pages
File Size : 18,66 MB
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1135205159
A RUSA 2007 Outstanding Reference Title The Encyclopedia of the Developing World is a comprehensive work on the historical and current status of developing countries. Containing more than 750 entries, the Encyclopedia encompasses primarily the years since 1945 and defines development broadly, addressing not only economics but also civil society and social progress. Entries cover the most important theories and measurements of development; relate historical events, movements, and concepts to development both internationally and regionally where applicable; examine the contributions of the most important persons and organizations; and detail the progress made within geographic regions and by individual countries.
Author : J. Denis Derbyshire
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 945 pages
File Size : 16,33 MB
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1317471563
This comprehensive resource provides up-to-date political coverage of every country and political entity in the world today. It incorporates all the major global and regional changes following the decolonization of Hong Kong in 1997, recent leadership changes in China and Russia, the results of the Dayton Peace Accord, the rise of the New Labor Party in the UK, the 1999 elections in Israel and South Africa, and the continued search for peace in the Middle East and Northern Ireland. The economic crisis in Asia and the widespread growth of world nuclear powers are also covered.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 1080 pages
File Size : 45,3 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Bibliographical literature
ISBN :
Author : Immanuel Ness
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 14,97 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Demography
ISBN :
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 27,70 MB
Release : 2023-10-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0593845889
The fully updated edition of DK's bestselling Knowledge Encyclopedia Change the way you see the world with a groundbreaking visual approach to the wonders of our planet. This fully updated third edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia will continue to fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on a huge range of topics. You'll find yourself totally absorbed in complex subjects, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, stunning photographs, and awe-inspiring 3D images. Explore the universe, from the inside of an atom to black holes, then discover the explosive science behind a fireworks display. Look at what makes the human brain so special and find out how the body's cells make energy. Journey through history from the earliest life forms right up to our world today. From Viking raiders and Samurai warriors to robotics and chemical reactions, amazing animals, the human body, the marvels of history, and more are visualized in incredible detail, inside and out, providing a mind-blowing introduction to every aspect of human knowledge.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 29,32 MB
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1465421130
Pack up your bags for a round the world trip! You'll take in natural wonders far and wide as this spectacular visual encyclopedia leads the exciting exploration of Earth and beyond. From the tallest snowy peak of Mount Everest to the deep, dark waters of the Mariana Trench, you'll see it all in stunning color images that bring the world to life. Feel the heat in the African desert, take a walk through the lush forests of South America, and swim out to the Australian coral reefs on this unforgettable journey. Learn about geological processes that have shaped our planet for thousands of years, from ice ages and earthquakes to global warming and tsunamis. Hundreds of pages filled with fast facts, annotated artworks, and packed profiles ensure the experience is both exciting and educational. Physical and political maps pinpoint places, while continent and country fact files reveal what is happening all over the world. Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia puts the world in one place for you to take wherever you go. Broaden your mind and expand your horizons with the ultimate guide to our amazing Earth.
