10th Edition

South America, Central America and the Caribbean 2002

Edited By Jacqueline West Copyright 2001
    946 Pages
    by Routledge

    An incomparable survey on the countries and territories of this immense region.
    * Over 850 pages of in-depth analysis, up-to-date statistics and invaluable directory details
    * Includes contributions from acknowledged authorities who examine topics of regional importance
    * Provides a systematic survey of each country in turn.

    Introductory Survey * Issues of regional importance are examined by acknowledged authorities of the area, subjects covered include: The economy; the political situation; religion; drugs Country Surveys * Separate chapters are included for each country * Includes details of history, geography and the economy A Statistical Survey * The latest available statistics are provided on industry, agriculture, trade, population, education, transport and tourism Directory * A collection of essential contact names, postal addresses, e-mail and internet address A Bibliography

    Biography

    Jacqueline West

    'This is a magnificent compilation of timely information on an area of the world for which reliable data is often in short supply.' - American Reference Book Annual