To the ancient greeks and persians, the lakes immense size suggested it was an ocean, hence its name. Cia the world factbook references flags of the world. The world factbook countrylocation locator map modal. The factbook provides a two to threepage summary of the demographics, geography, communications, government, economy, and military of 266 u. We hope you enjoyed our special world book day facts. The world factbook provides information on the history, people and society, government, economy, energy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities. The world factbook provides information on the history, people and society, government, economy, energy, geography, communications, transportation, military. The world almanac and book of facts 2017 by world almanac. It has been published yearly from 1868 to 1875, and again every year since 1886. The world factbook, also known as the cia world factbook, is a reference resource produced by the central intelligence agency cia with almanac style information about the countries of the world. The world book was first published in 1917 and revised annually from 1925.
The world almanac the world almanac and book of facts. References guide to country profiles the world factbook. The world factbook is a reference resource produced by the central intelligence agency of the united states with almanacstyle information about the countries of the world. The cia world factbook with global information on geography, people, governments, economies, communications, transportation, the military, and international issues. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Oil remains cameroon s main export commodity, and despite falling global oil prices, still accounts for nearly 40% of exports. Pdf the world almanac and book of facts 2020 ambrose. Countries of the world 37 years of cia world fact books, factbook, 1982, 1984, 1986, 1985, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997. Bureau of justice statistics the world factbook of.
For more than 150 years, the world almanac has been the authoritative source for americans questions on any subject, said sarah janssen, senior. This factbook, developed under bjs grants, provides narrative descriptions of the criminal justice systems of 45 countries around the world. Each country profile tracks such demographics as population, ethnicity and literacy rates, as well as political, geographical and economic data. The world almanac and book of facts 2020 download or read book 1600572308 the world almanac and book of facts. Cia world factbook the world factbook central intelligence. Please bookmark this page add it to your favorites. The world factbook countrylocation photo gallery modal world. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about the 2017 cia world fact book should be addressed to the cia. The cia world fact book 2008 by central intelligence agency. Bill gates shares the 2 best books hes read in 2018 cnbc. By my count there are 11 countries missing from the book including japan, moldova, nauru, northern marianas, paraguay, st.
The world almanac and book of facts is america s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. It is the world s most sold ed book and holds a record for this in the book source. The united states is the world s thirdmost highly populated nation with a population of approximately 329,256,465 people. From afghanistan to zimbabwe, the cia world factbook 2015 offers complete and uptodate information on the world s nations. From afghanistan to zimbabwe, the cia world factbook 2008 offers complete and uptodate information on the worlds nations. The official print version is available from the government printing office. The world almanac and book of facts 2019 by sarah janssen. Countries of the world 37 years of cia world fact books, factbook, 1982, 1984, 1986, 1985, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999. If you enjoy these interesting book facts, we have hundreds more in our book, the secret library.
Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Links are to the definitions and notes about each entry. The world almanac and book of facts 2018 by sarah janssen. For simplicitys sake, most of the more than 200 countries in the world use the metric system when describing things like length or mass.
The memorial located on the national mall between the lincoln memorial seen in the background and the washington monument highlights both the atlantic and pacific theaters of the war. These are the categories, fields, and subfields of information generally recorded for each country. The 150th anniversary edition of the bestselling reference book of all time. The world almanac and book of facts is americas topselling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. Countries of the world 37 years of cia world fact books. The latest edition of the world almanac and book of facts 2020 reference book rounds up the events that made the year 2019 unique, according to a news release from its publicist, rosen group. This comprehensive guide is packed with detailed information on the politics, populations, military expenditures, and economics of 2015. A book lovers journey through curiosities of history, which is available from michael omara books. The world factbook, also known as the cia world factbook, is a reference resource produced by the central intelligence agency cia with almanacstyle. This allinclusive reference guide has been updated for 2008 with detailed information on politics, populations, military expenditures, economics, and much more.
It was number 1 on the washington post bestseller list on november 27, 2011. On may 7th 1915, a german uboat torpedoed a british ocean liner, rms lusitania. If you wish to link to this page, you can do so by referring to the url address below this line. The world almanac and book of facts is a uspublished reference work and is a bestselling almanac conveying information about such subjects as world changes, tragedies, and sports feats. This satellite image highlights the countrys two mountain ranges, jebel liban and jabal ash sharqim, covered in fresh snow. Issn 155383 for additional information on government leaders in selected foreign countries, go to world leaders. In kensington, maryland, the international day of the book is celebrated with a. This entry shows who does the spending in an economy.
The latest 5 entries including two updated country profiles were prepared in 2002 under the direction of william mcdonald ph. Since 1868, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs. The huge book of amazing facts and interesting stuff is a culmination of her addiction to facts and general knowledge. The 150th anniversary special edition of the bestselling reference book of all time.
Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Since 1868, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference. Have a enjoyable and literary day, and go lose yourself in a good book this day of all days. The world factbook also known as the cia world factbook is an annual publication of the central intelligence agency of the united states with almanacstyle information about the countries of the world. Cia world factbook the best country factbook available. This essential household and workplace desk reference is the most useful reference book known to modern man, according to the l. Sf writer isaac asimov 19201992 is the only author to have published a book in. The original 42 descriptions were completed in 1993. The guinness book of world records holds the world record for being the most stolen book from public libraries source. In fact, the name lebanon is derived from the semitic word lbn, which means white in reference to either the snowcovered mountains or limestone cliffs. In the united kingdom and ireland, world book day is a charity event in march, held annually on the first thursday and coinciding with the release of special editions. Gates shares his five favorite facts from the book, such as that the average global iq score is rising around three points per decade. The distribution gives the percentage contribution of.
Cameroon s marketbased, diversified economy features oil and gas, timber, aluminum, agriculture, mining and the service sector. The world almanac and book of facts 2020 world almanac. This entry shows where production takes place in an economy. The world almanac and book of facts 2020 book by sarah. With over 100 lives lost, this event is the pivotal event that is. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs. Better explained, counterintuitive and fun trivia from the creator of paramount trivia and quizzes book 5 11. Measured by surface area, the caspian sea is the worlds largest inland water body. World facts 50 interesting facts about the world best life. In response to the lorax the foresting industry published truax to teach kids about the importance of logging. Since its debut in 1868, the world almanac and book of facts has become the bestselling american reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. World book encyclopedia, american encyclopaedia designed to meet the curriculum needs of elementary through highschool students.
The official print version is available from the national technical information service and the government printing office. Larger hardcover format of this essential resource offers larger type sizes and more userfriendly access to thousands of facts. The ultimate, comprehensive guide to countrybycountry statistics around the world. Sarah janssen is the senior editor of the world almanac and book of facts. The world almanacr and book of facts is americas bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. Previous editions of the world factbook have been known for poor editing but this edition takes the cake. Researchers wishing to study them must sign a waiver in order to do so. She has published over 50 bestselling fact books on a wide range of subject areas including cats, celebrities, dolphins, the solar system and much more. The annual celebration on 23 april is world book night, an event organized by independent charity the reading agency united states of america. Panorama of the national world war ii memorial in washington d.
1320 144 518 1129 268 100 1067 728 1481 140 1064 570 1359 439 1516 590 805 1013 596 1526 347 534 1501 1229 281 109 425 809 1185 753 378 317 1171 875 301 166 1376 1217 775 915