The definitive survey of the countries and territories of Western Europe, comprising expert analysis and commentary, up-to-date economic and socio-political data and extensive directory information. New for 2014: coverage of the ongoing economic crisis in the eurozone and its effect on the politics and economies of countries in the region major political developments are analysed, including the legislative elections in Austria, Germany, Italy, Norway and other countries and territories in the region comprehensively updated directory sections, including new heads of state in Belgium and the Netherlands following the abdication of their respective monarchs, and Vatican City with the election of the new Pope. General Survey Essays by leading experts on the area cover issues of regional importance. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, comprising: an introductory survey, containing essays on the geography, history and economy of each country, including a chronology and map. an extensive statistical survey of economic and demographic indicators, including area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications media and education. a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political and commercial institutions. Regional Information a directory of research institutes specializing in the region bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the region.

This comprehensive survey of the countries of East and South-East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, along with 22 Pacific islands, fully revised to reflect current economic and political developments, is an essential resource for the Asia-Pacific region. New content for the 2014 edition includes: in-depth analysis of the tensions on the Korean peninsula, following the imposition of UN sanctions on North Korea in response to its third nuclear test details of the transition to a new generation of leadership in the People's Republic of China, led by President Xi Jinping coverage of recent legislative and presidential elections, including those in Cambodia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and the Philippines Calendar of Political Events A calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the year's main political developments General Survey Written by leading experts, this collection of essays provides incisive analysis of regional issues. Topics include the rise of China, relations between the USA and the Asia-Pacific region, the security challenges of East and South-East Asia, inter-Korean relations, a survey of environmental affairs in the region and new essays examining the importance of ASEAN-led regional architecture and exploring the refugee politics of Australia . Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country containing: essays on geography, history and the economy an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and education a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political, financial and commercial institutions a country-specific bibliography An entire section is dedicated to the Pacific islands, including specially commissioned essays examining the contemporary politics of the islands, their economies, security concerns and the environmental issues confronting them Regional Information includes all major international organizations active in the region, their aims, activities, publications and principal personnel a detailed survey of major commodities in Asia and the Pacific a directory of research institutes specializing in the region select bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the Asia-Pacific region

Now in its 22nd edition, the Europa International Foundation Directory 2013 provides an unparalleled guide to the foundations, trusts, charitable and grant-making NGOs, and other similar not-for-profit organizations of the world. It provides a comprehensive picture of third sector activity on a global scale. Users will find names and contact details for over 2,550 institutions world-wide. This new edition has been revised and expanded to include the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on this growing sector.

The Strategic Survey is the annual review of world affairs from The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). It is an invaluable tool for interpreting world-wide strategic developments and has, since 1966, provided essential analysis of the year's key events in international relations for government policy makers, journalists, business leaders and academics. Strategic Survey 2013 includes a chronology of the year's events, essays on important policy issues, and a Strategic Geography section giving vital data on key issues in map form. The book also includes region-by-region chapters analysing the year's strategic developments.

This excellent reference source brings together hard-to-find information on the eighty-three constituent units of the Russian Federation. The introduction examines the Russian Federation as a whole, focusing on the evolution of the relationship between the central state and the regions, followed by a chronology, demographic and economic statistics, and a review of the Federal Government. The second section comprises territorial surveys, with a chapter on each of Russia's federal subjects, each of which includes a current map. The third section comprises a select bibliography of books. The fourth section features a series of indexes, listing the territories alphabetically, by Federal Okrug and Economic Area. Users will also find a gazetteer of selected alternative and historic names, a list of the territories abolished, created or reconstituted in the post-Soviet period, and an index of more than 100 principal cities, detailing the territory in which each is located.

A unique and comprehensive source of information, this book is the only international publication providing economists, planners, policymakers and business people with worldwide statistics on current performance and trends in the manufacturing sector. The Yearbook is designed to facilitate international comparisons relating to manufacturing activity and industrial development and performance. It provides data which can be used to analyse patterns of growth and related long term trends, structural change and industrial performance in individual industries. Statistics on employment patterns, wages, consumption and gross output and other key indicators are also presented.

The Europa Directory of International Organizations 2013 offers a unique guide to the contemporary international system. It includes detailed information on more than 2,000 international and regional entities, thoroughly researched and updated for this 15th edition. Extensive background information provides a historical context to the development of the international system, as well as an invaluable overview of the role of international organizations in today's world. New for 2013: a background information essay on the development of the international criminal legal system. Other highlights in this edition include: details of the response of international institutions to the ongoing financial crisis in the eurozone efforts of the international community to achieve the Millennium Development Goals fully updated coverage of the UN's current peace-keeping operations.

The Reeds Western Almanac covers the coastline from Cape Wrath to Padstow as well as the whole of Ireland, and is ideal for any boater lucky enough to cruise and race in the superb waters off the coast of Wales, Western Scotland, Ireland or Western England. Completely updated for 2023, it offers ready access to essential navigation information by virtue of its clear layout and user friendly format. Topics include seamanship, pilotage, tide tables, safety procedures, navigation tips, radio, lights, waypoints, weather forecast information, communications, Mayday and distress procedures. The large type size and clear layout makes information easy to read even in adverse conditions. It is the complete guide for both Irish and Welsh mariners as well as those cruising the UK west coast. Includes a free Reeds Marina Guide. Also available: free supplements of up-to-date navigation changes from January to June at: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk 'There are some things I would not go to sea without - Reeds is one of them.' Sir Chay Blyth

Europa's comprehensive survey of Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia. New for 2014: a new essay on opposition movements in Russia, discussing the associations of the prominent anti-corruption campaigner Aleksei Navalnyi with both liberalism and nationalism analysis of recent political developments in Russia at both the federal and regional level a detailed discussion of the period of political power-sharing in Georgia between President Mikheil Saakashvili and the Government of Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili expanded directory coverage of the separatist territories of Abkhazia, Nagornyi Karabakh, South Ossetia and Transnistria, and of the autonomous territories of Crimea, Gagauz-Yeri and Naxcivan brand new essays providing expert analysis of the recent political history of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan. General Survey Leading authorities on the region analyze topics of regional importance, including: the politics of energy in the Caspian Sea region; the economies of Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia; poverty and social welfare; the politics of the South Caucasus, and the politics of water in Central Asia. Country Surveys Chapters on each country, containing: essays on its recent history and economy, and a chronology of events an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a comprehensive directory of the most significant political, commercial and cultural institutions a bibliography of books concerned with the country's history, politics and economy Who's Who in Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia biographical information on more than 150 leading political figures in the region Regional Information a directory of major international organizations and research institutes concerned with the region select bibliographies of books and periodicals

Editorial ScopeThe Environmental Communication Yearbook is a multidisciplinary forum through which a broad audience of academics, professionals, and practitioners can share and build theoretical, critical, and applied scholarship addressing environmental communication in a variety of contexts. This peer-reviewed annual publication invites submissions that showcase and/or advance our understanding of the production, reception, contexts, or processes of human communication regarding environmental issues. Theoretical expositions, literature reviews, case studies, cultural and mass media studies, best practices, and essays on emerging issues are welcome, as are both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Areas of topical coverage will include: *participatory processes: public participation, collaborative decision making, dispute resolution, consensus building processes, regulatory negotiations, community dialogue, building civic capacity; *journalism and mass communications: newspaper, magazine, book and other forms of printed mass media; advertising and public relations; media studies; and radio, television, and Internet broadcasting; and *communication studies: rhetorical/historical case studies, organizational analyses, public relations/issues management, interpersonal/relational dimensions, risk communication, and psychological/cognitive research, all of which examine the origins, content, structure, and outcomes of discourse about environmental issues. Submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis for inclusion in volumes published annually. Audience Researchers, scholars, students and practitioners in environmental communication, journalism, rhetoric, public relations, mass communication, risk analysis, political science, environmental education, environmental studies, public administrations; policymakers; others interested in environmental issues and the communication channels used for discourse and information dissemination on the topic. For more information and guidelines for submissions, visit www.erlbaum.com/ecy.htm.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2014 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. New for 2014: a new essay examines the role and influence of China in the South Asia region detailed coverage of political developments, with highly significant legislative elections scheduled for 2013 in Bhutan, the Maldives, Pakistan and Nepal, and for early 2014 in Bangladesh. General Survey Essays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including: the politics of water, the USA's 'AfPak' strategy, population and environment issues, and political Islam Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, containing: essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region a survey of the major commodities of South Asia bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals Additional features a Calendar of Political Events charts key developments in 2012-13 biographical profiles of over 300 prominent individuals in the region

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 15th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations. New for 2013: new essays examining US-Canadian integration, the USA vs China in the global economy and US defence policy analysis of the major political and economic developments in the region over the past year General Survey Essays by leading experts analyze topics of regional importance, including: climate change, immigration, the media, and the North American energy market. Country Surveys Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Country chapters include: a chronology of political events essays covering key socio-political and economic themes, including: Recent Political Developments; Foreign Affairs; Constitution; Energy Policy; Economic Overview; Agriculture; Trade; Health and Social Policy additional essay topics, including: US Defence Policy; the Role of Religion in US Politics; the USA and the Global Financial Crisis; Aboriginal Peoples in Canada historical, political and economic surveys of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators detailed information on selected organizations, prominent figures and research institutes active in the region.

First published in 2012. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Now in its 28th edition, this title is a comprehensive and practical source of biographical information on the key personalities and organizations of the literary world, whether world-famous or lesser known. This descriptive directory is revised annually by our editorial team and all entrants are given the opportunity to update their career details, publications and contact information. International in scope and covering all literary genres, this title will prove an invaluable acquisition for public and academic libraries, journalists, television and radio companies, PR companies, literary organizations and anyone needing up-to-date information in this field. Entries: Biographical details are listed for writers of all kinds, including novelists, playwrights, screenwriters, essayists, editors, columnists, journalists, as well as literary agents and publishers. Each entry provides personal information, career details, works published, literary awards and prizes, memberships and contact information, where available. Key Features: - over 8,000 entries, including hundreds of new entries for this edition - an additional directory section that includes current and detailed lists of major literary awards and prizes, literary organizations, literary festivals and national libraries from around the world

An extensive and unequalled one-volume guide covering over 2,000 international and regional entities, this title provides detailed and accurate information on a wide spectrum of international organizations from the World Bank to the League of Arab States.

Fully revised and updated, this new edition includes essential background material, extensive coverage of recent activities, as well as invaluable contact details, to provide a complete understanding of the role of international organizations in the world economy and contemporary global politics.

This eighth edition of Who's Who in International Affairs provides, in one volume, biographical information on more than 6,000 people prominent in the fields of international politics, diplomacy, law and economic affairs throughout the world. As well as politicians and diplomats, the book also includes academics, think tank analysts, and journalists, among others, who are active in, or relevant to, the world of foreign affairs. Who's Who in International Affairs is thus an invaluable guide to the lives and careers of the most important figures in international affairs today. Each entry is clearly laid out, with the international figure's personal details, education, career, publications and contact information conveniently divided into sections. In addition to the biographical information, an extensive index section is included, where entrants are listed once by nationality and for many by selected organizations for which they work. Also provided is the Directory of Diplomatic Missions appendix that lists by country all embassies and diplomatic missions to other countries around the world, including missions to the United Nations. Listings include contact information and names of ambassador or head of mission.

'An essential guide to unlocking the power of the universe' FEARNE COTTON There's no better time to start manifesting than right now. Experience your most transformative year yet with this month-by-month companion to bringing more magic into your everyday life. A practice where science and mysticism meet, manifesting requires us to embody our desires if we are to achieve our dreams. By aligning our mind, body and soul - through the exercises in this book - we can then unlock the secret to a more fulfilling, joyful and confident life. With each chapter focused on a different intention - July for success, August for abundance, October for self-acceptance - this is a book rich with opportunity to help you experience the life you want most. So, whatever month you start reading, embark on a year-long journey exploring simple, life-changing manifesting practices (journaling prompts, affirmations, rituals, ceremonies and more), to help you unlock the wisdom of the universe.

The New Yearbook for Phenomenology and Phenomenological Philosophy provides an annual international forum for phenomenological research in the spirit of Husserl's groundbreaking work and the extension of this work by such figures as Scheler, Heidegger, Sartre, Levinas, Merleau-Ponty and Gadamer.

The definitive survey of the countries and territories of Western Europe, comprising expert analysis and commentary, up-to-date economic and socio-political data and extensive directory information. New for 2013: analysis of the issues confronting Western Europe contributions from acknowledged experts thoroughly revised directory and statistical information. General Survey Essays by leading experts cover issues of regional importance. Topics include political and economic developments in the region, and issues including immigration, the environment, defence, Islam, relations with the BRICS, and the rise of the populist right. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, comprising: an introductory survey, containing essays on the geography, history and economy of each country, including a chronology and map. an extensive statistical survey of economic and demographic indicators, including area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications media and education. a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political and commercial institutions. Regional Information a directory of research institutes specializing in the region bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the region.

Europa's comprehensive survey of Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia. New for 2013: a detailed discussion of the return to the Russian presidency of Vladimir Putin, and of political developments in Georgia and Ukraine in advance of their competitive parliamentary elections expanded directory coverage of the separatist and autonomous territories of the region General Survey Leading authorities on the region analyze topics of regional importance, including: Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia after the international financial crisis; regionalism in Russia; the impact of the EU on energy reform in Moldova and Ukraine; poverty and social welfare, the politics of energy; and the politics of water. Country Surveys Chapters on each country, containing: essays on its recent history and economy, and a chronology of events an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a comprehensive directory of the most significant political, commercial and cultural institutions Who's Who in Eastern Europe, Russia and Central Asia Regional Information A directory of major international organizations and research institutes concerned with the region Select bibliographies of books and periodicals

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2013 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. New for 2013: a new essay examining the vital issue of Water Politics in the region coverage of recent events in the region, including the phased handover of security responsibility to the domestic security forces in Afghanistan and the turbulent political transformation in the Maldives. General Survey Essays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including: The USA's AfPak Strategy; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as an Emerging Superpower; and Political Islam in South Asia. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, containing: essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each country up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators a comprehensive directory providing contact details for the most significant political and commercial institutions. In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information detailed information on selected organizations, research institutes and prominent individuals active in the region bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals

The International Directory of Government is the definitive guide to people in power in every part of the world. All the top decision-makers are included in this one-volume publication, which brings together government institutions, agencies and personnel from the largest nations (China, India, Russia, etc.) to the smallest overseas dependencies (Guadeloupe, Guernsey and Christmas Island, etc).

Institutional entries contain the names and titles of principal officials, postal, e-mail and internet addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and other relevant details.

New for 2012

The new 9th edition will reflect changes to government ministers and ministries following twelve months of dramatic political events around the world, from mid-2011 to mid-2012, including:

• ongoing political transformation in Middle-Eastern states such as Libya, Syria, Egypt and Yemen
• important elections in Thailand, Russia and Peru
• dramatic changes in the leadership of North Korea and Japan
• turbulent political developments in countries affected by the eurozone debt crisis, including Greece, Spain, Italy and Portugal.

Users will benefit from:

• comprehensive lists of government ministers and ministries
• coverage of state-related agencies and other institutions arranged by subject heading
• details of important provincial administrations, including contact details for all oblasts, okrugs and republics in the Russian Federation
• information on all US state governors and legislatures, and on the governors and chief ministers of each of the states and territories of India
• a section covering the newly independent nation of South Sudan

For a number of countries, information has also been included about provincial government where considerable power is devolved to government at that level.

'A definitive guide, in here you'll find everything you need' S. J. Watson The latest edition of the bestselling guide to all you need to know about how to get published, is packed full of advice, inspiration and practical information. The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook has been guiding writers and illustrators on the best way to present their work, how to navigate the world of publishing and ways to improve their chances of success, for over 110 years. It is equally relevant for writers of novels and non-fiction, poems and scripts and for those writing for children, YA and adults and covers works in print, digital and audio formats. If you want to find a literary or illustration agent or publisher, would like to self-publish or crowdfund your creative idea then this Yearbook will help you. As well as sections on publishers and agents, newspapers and magazines, illustration and photography, theatre and screen, there is a wealth of detail on the legal and financial aspects of being a writer or illustrator. New articles for 2022: Peter James Becoming a bestselling author: my writing story Femi Kayode Shelf space: a debut writer's journey to claim his place Sam Missingham Building your author brand Jonathan Myerson Audio dramatist or novelist? Ed Needham Setting up and editing a new magazine Ingrid Persaud The winning touch: the impact of winning an award Cathy Rentzenbrink Reading as a writer Sallyanne Sweeney What a debut novelist should expect from an agent David Wightman Getting books to market: how books are sold Jonathan and Louise Ford Managing your finances: a guide for writers