Description

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Provides the long-standing reference work of choice for accurate and reliable information on every country in the world

Delivers facts and analysis covering political, economic, social and cultural aspects of all countries

Expands on earlier editions with statistics on access to clean water worldwide and population projections for every country in 2020

Includes a special feature on the rise and rise of populism

About the Author

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