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The definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African
countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical
and directory data. General Survey Thoroughly revised and updated
analytical articles written by experts on the region and covering
both continent-wide and sub-regional issues. Country Surveys
Individual chapters on every country incorporating: essays on the
physical and social geography, recent history and economies an
extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a full
directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key
areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media,
finance, trade and industry, and defence a useful bibliography,
providing sources for further research. Regional Information
Detailed information on regional organizations; commodities;
research institutes; and select bibliographies of books and
periodicals.
Tradecraft: as intriguing as it is forbidden . . . Tradecraft is
the term applied to techniques used by intelligence personnel to
assist them in conducting their operations and, like many other
professions, the espionage business has developed its own rich
lexicon. In the real, sub rosa world of intelligence-gathering,
each bit of jargon acts as a veil of secrecy over particular types
of activity, and in this book acclaimed author Nigel West explains
and give examples of the lingo in action. He draws on the
first-hand experience of defectors to and from the Soviet Union;
surveillance operators who kept terrorist suspects under
observation in Northern Ireland; case officers who have put their
lives at risk by pitching a target in a denied territory; the NOCs
who lived under alias to spy abroad; and much more. Turn these
pages and be immersed in the real world of James Bond: assets,
black operations, double agents, triple agents ... it's all here.
The International Who's Who in Popular Music 2020 gives
biographical information and contact details for some of the most
talented and influential artists and individuals from the world of
popular music. Now in its twentieth edition, there are over 7,000
biographies charting the careers and achievements of artists in
pop, rock, folk, jazz, dance, world, country music and much more.
Key Features: - each entry includes full biographical information:
principal career details, recordings and compositions, honours and
contact information where available - each entrant is given the
opportunity to update his or her information - spans the full range
of the popular music industry, from rock to jazz and dance to
country - provides information on established names as well as
up-and-coming artists - a directory section provides details of
music festivals, awards, organizations within the industry, and
digital music sources - for ease of reference, the book includes an
index of music group members. In one accessible volume this title
offers users a vast collection of information on the most famous
and influential people in the popular music industry.
The Armed Conflict Survey provides in-depth analysis of the
political, military and humanitarian dimensions of all major armed
conflicts, as well as data on fatalities, refugees and internally
displaced persons. Compiled by the IISS, publisher of The Military
Balance, it is the standard reference work on contemporary
conflict. The book assesses key developments in 36 conflicts,
including those in Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, South Sudan,
Israel-Palestine, Southern Thailand, Colombia and Ukraine. The
Armed Conflict Survey also features chapters on UN peacekeeping;
sexual violence; the Islamic State's shifting narrative; governance
by armed groups and rebel-to-party transitions.
First published in 1845, this directory has established an enviable
reputation for the quantity and extent of its information on
UK-registered medical practitioners. It provides mini career
profiles of doctors listed A-Z by surname. Each record contains, if
available, full name, primary and other qualifications,
professional contact details, current and past appointments,
specialty, society memberships, and special interests.
Qualification information within the directory is sourced from the
General Medical Council (GMC). A full entry contains: name, unique
reference number allocated by the GMC, contact details aEURO"
usually the main NHS hospital or surgery address for doctors still
engaged in medical or clinical practice, primary medical
qualification and other qualifications, current and most recent
appointments (up to three), specialty and special interests, and up
to five society memberships. Brief entries for newly qualified and
younger doctors will contain their name, GMC identifier and primary
medical qualification.
Now in its 66th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the
world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial
standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to
ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status
of every university and college is verified before its entry is
approved. Every type of academic institution is covered, including
over: 7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes
3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600
libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies
Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each
feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education
system. A separate section covers international organizations
concerned with higher education and scholarship. Subscribers may
download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an
archive of essays from past editions.
PASA's Guide to Publishing provides an overview of the South
African publishing industry and the latest developments, including
digital publishing, in the various sectors: Education, Academic,
Scholarly, Trade and TVET. This, together with a comprehensive list
of training providers and industry-related bodies, including
government department contacts, and a list of international,
African and local book fairs and festivals, will enable publishing
staff to make informed decisions about publishing trends and
issues, marketing opportunities and training providers. Publishers,
marketing staff and authors should also engage with the section on
selling international rights, written by an international expert in
the field, to maximise the potential of their publications.
Academics and (potential) authors should find the sections on
intellectual property and copyright, and information on 'how to get
published' and key publishing and design terms, particularly
useful. The comprehensive PASA membership directory and index of
publishers, their imprints and agencies, and their areas of
speciality, should prove to be invaluable to booksellers,
librarians and academics alike.
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