Buch, Englisch, 736 Seiten, Format (B × H): 210 mm x 280 mm, Gewicht: 2250 g
Reihe: South Asia
Buch, Englisch, 736 Seiten, Format (B × H): 210 mm x 280 mm, Gewicht: 2250 g
Reihe: South Asia
ISBN: 978-1-85743-433-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Now in its fifth edition, South Asia 2008 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2008 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region.
The book is divided into three sections:
General Survey:
- this contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia.
Country Surveys:
- detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka
- up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education
- a directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.
Regional Information:
- a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region
- directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
The Contributors, Abbreviations, International Telephone Codes, Explanatory Note on the Directory Section, Calendar of Political Events, Part 1 - General Survey, Part 2 - Country Surveys, Part 3 - Who's Who of South Asia, Part 4 - Regional Information, Calendars and Weights and Measures, Research Institutes Studying South Asia, Select Bibliography (Periodicals), Select Bibliography (Books), Index of Regional Organizations
