A Guide to Nations: Background Information on the Countries of the World (Illustrated)

This is a handy reference that includes maps and facts about the land, people, history, government, political conditions, economy, and foreign relations of independent states, some dependencies, and areas of special sovereignty. The information in this compendium was gathered from the latest fact sheets produced by the U.S. Department of State. This reference book is especially useful for anyone who is planning to travel outside the United States, and it is a useful reference for anyone who needs background information on any country.