The World Factbook by Central Intelligence Agency
The World Factbook, produced annually by the CIA, has become the ultimate authoritative source of information on all the nations of the world. It provides current data for more than 250 countries and territories, fromAfghanistan to Zimbabwe. Potomac Books publishes a commercial version of The World Factbook in order to extend the limited audience reached by the CIA's own publication. This current Potomac Books edition is identified by the year 2011, following the pattern used in our other annual publications.The CIA completes its volume late each year, and Potomac Books republishes it the following year. Topics addressed include the political climate, natural resources, environment, population, ethnic groups,GDP, agriculture, industries, defense expenditures, literacy rate, religion, legal system, and much more. Key data are grouped under the headings of geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. The World Factbook also contains maps of each country and of key territories. In addition, readers will find handy appendixes on international organizations and groups, international environmental agreements, and a cross-referenced list of geographic names. The World Factbook provides the indispensable reference for curious individuals concerned about a rapidly changing world.
"Excellent for answering quick reference questions on the nations of the world" (American Reference Books Annual) "A valuable, easy-to-use worldwide information source." (World Affairs Council Booknotes) "Excellent... a wealth of unclassified data is provided....An indispensable reference for those involved in global political, military, diplomatic, or economic affairs." (Seapower)"
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 | 9781597977630 |
| ISBN 10 | 1597977632 |
| Title | The World Factbook |
| Author | Central Intelligence Agency |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Potomac Books Inc |
| Year published | 2011-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 796 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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