Western Europe 2002

• Background to the Region * Introductory articles written by acknowledged experts cover issues of regional importance * Chronology Country Surveys * A separate chapter for every country in the region providing details of geography, recent history and the economy; A demographic and economic survey using the latest available statistics on finance, industry, agriculture, trade, population, transport and tourism; a directory of essential names, addresses and contact numbers, e-mail and internet, for key areas such as, the Constitution, government and politics, diplomatic representation, the judicial system, religion, the press, publishers, broadcasting and communications; a select bibliography is also included.

'Excellent survey of Europe, should not be missed.' - Library Association Record