Almanacs & Yearbooks, Atlases & Gazetteers, World, Atlases 

Hammond is pleased to introduce the first-ever World Almanac World Fact Book, a generous, paperback reference book packed with current events, up-to-the-minute world happenings from The World Almanac, and fresh, colorful photos and maps. This unique reference work features: * World Thematic Maps on topics such as languages, religions, the environment and standards of living * A-Z Country section, each with a country profile, stats and facts such as climate, capital city, religion, language, political and physical maps, color photo, and helpful website * Colorful "Did you know?" sidebars * Four-color photos throughout * Fascinating facts and up-to-date information from World Almanac, such as the two new countries (Montenegro and Serbia), new European Union members (Romania and Bulgaria), new population figures (the US passed the 300 million mark), and new country flags (Venezuela and the Democratic Republic of Congo) The Hammond World Almanac World Fact Book is sure to delight all the trivia buffs, newshounds, and eager young minds in your family. - from Amzon