The World Factbook 2007

Product Description


Handrack's 2007 edition of the C.I.A. World Factbook provides a "snapshot" of the world as of 18 January, 2007.

The World Factbook, produced annually by the The Central Intelligence Agency, has become the ultimate, authoritative source of information on all the nations of the world.

It provides current data for more than 270 countries and territories. The information in this title is updated currently through the year by the CIA, this edition contains information as of 18 January, 2007.

The following categories of information are covered for over 270 countries:

* Flag Graphic
* Map Image (tap on the map to get a larger scrollable image)
* Background
* Geography
* People
* Government
* Economy
* Communications
* Transportation
* Military
* Transnational Issues

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Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #68028 in eBooks
* Published on: 2007-01-29
* Released on: 2007-01-29
* Format: Kindle Book
* Number of items: 1

Editorial Reviews

Review
"A valuable, easy-to-use worldwide information source." -- World Affairs Council Booknotes

"Excellent . . . a wealth of unclassified data is provided. . . . An indispensable reference for those involved in global political, military, diplomatic, or economic affairs." -- Sea Power

"Excellent for answering quick reference questions on the nations of the world." -- American Reference Books Annual
Customer Reviews

A good place to start5
You can get this information online for free--and there is a newer edition out, but it costs twice as much--but it's nice to have the reference material on your Kindle for browsing while you're stuck in some waiting room. The information is essentially factual, presented in a rigid format (all countries treated exactly the same); it's an encyclopedic compendium that any student needing to write a term paper would have a field day with.

I think the geographical coordinates are extremely helpful, because if you find an area you are interested in further exploring, you can call it up via Google Earth. I like, too, the fact that it discusses environmental treaties and issues for the various countries.

We're not too far from retirement and are dreaming about becoming American expatriates--not sure where yet; a lot will depend on the dollar's decline--so this fact book is very helpful in our researches.