Publisher's Synopsis
This source of statistical information is suitable for geographers at GCSE/Standard Grade level and beyond. It provides geographic, economic and population statistics at national, international and world levels.;This new edition features: updated, quick-reference, country-by-country summaries with details about area and poulation, production, manufactures and trade; changes and developments worldwide, such as significant political changes, place name changes and projects concerning energy, engineering and raw materials; new Western European regional data together with an outline map showing regional names and boundaries; and information on new countries.