The CIA World Factbook 2012
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The CIA World Factbook 2012 by Central Intelligence Agency
From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, The CIA World Factbook 2012 offers complete and up-to-date information on the world's nations. This comprehensive guide is packed with detailed information on the politics, populations, military expenditures, and economics of 2012. For each country, The CIA World Factbook 2012 includes: Detailed maps with new geopolitical data Statistics on the population of each country, with details on literacy rates, HIV prevalence, and age structure New data on military expenditures and capabilities Information on each country's climate and natural hazards Details on prominent political parties, and contact information for diplomatic consultation Facts on transportation and communication infrastructure And much more! Also included are appendixes with useful abbreviations, international environmental agreements, international organizations and groups, weight and measure conversions, and more. Originally intended for use by government officials, this is a must-have resource for students, travelers, journalists, and business people with a desire to know more about their world.
Mr. Helgerson was the Central Intelligence Agency's inspector generalfrom 2002 until his retirement in 2009. Previously, he served as chairman ofthe Intelligence Community's National Intelligence Council and deputy directorof the National Imagery and Mapping Agency. Mr. Helgerson began his career in government as an analyst of African politicsat the CIA. At varying posts he headed units responsible for coverage ofAfrica, Latin America, and Europe. He served in a number of senior managementposts, including deputy director for intelligence and director of congressionalaffairs. Prior to his government service, Mr. Helgerson was an assistant professorof political science at the University of Cincinnati and a research affiliate ofthe University of Zambia in Lusaka. He specialized in international relationsand African politics. A native of South Dakota, Mr Helgerson graduated from Saint Olaf Collegein Northfield, Minnesota, and received M.A. and Ph.D degrees from DukeUniversity in Durham, North Carolina. He is the author of Getting To Know the President: CIA Briefings of PresidentialCandidates, 1952-1992. Mr. Helgerson has received a number of awards and commendations, including the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal, CIA's DistinguishedCareer Intelligence Medal, and NIMA's Distinguished Civilian Service Award.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781616083328 |
| ISBN 10 | 1616083328 |
| Title | The CIA World Factbook 2012 |
| Author | Central Intelligence Agency |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Skyhorse Publishing |
| Year published | 2011-10-12 |
| Number of pages | 864 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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