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Library of Congress site providing description and analysis of 101 countries. Describes and analyzes political, economic, and social aspects of selected countries.
Information on geographic entities and international organizations from the U.S. State Department. Provides brief information on government and political conditions, economy, foreign relations, and travel with links to additional sites. Updated periodically.
Maps, geography and chiefs of state.
From the University of Texas at Austin Library. U.S. and world maps mostly produced by the U.S. government.
Search UN databases on employment, refugees, population, environment and more.
BLS site provides links to statistics and information from agencies of the US government and from international statistics agencies. Coverage varies by country. Also consult foreign labor statistics.
Provides information on countries where "avoidance of travel is recommended." The site disseminates information about terrorist threats and short-term conditions posing significant risks for travelers. Consular information sheets are available for every country in the world and include location of the consulate or embassy, unusual immigration practices, health conditions, unusual currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and drug penalties.
Links to many government sites. Offers a high-utility collection of top government and civic resources. Section on World Government provides links to The World Factbook and links to government sites for various countries.
This site contains detailed country profiles, statistics, charts, and maps compiled from multiple sources.
[edit] Online Resources from LNDL
- American Decades Provides decade-by decade 20th-Century historical and biographical entries in 13 categories, including the arts, government, religion and science. Photos, illustrations and text are used to document and analyze periods of contemporary American social history.
- Countries and their Cultures Entries contain summaries of countries around the world, including demographic, historical, cultural, economic, religious, and political information. Also available in print: Ref GN307 .C68
- Datapedia of the United States, 1790-2005 Covers everything from population statistics to agricultural information to international commerce and more.
- Encyclopedia of Deserts Covers topics relating to deserts and semiarid lands.
- Encyclopedia of World Biography Provides information on people from around the world and across time periods, focusing on those who have made significant cultural contributions.
- Volumes 1-16 and 18-23 (click on the "eTable of Contents" and then use the drop-down menu to select a volume); Volume 24
- Gale Encyclopedia of Multicultural America Provides essays covering historical, cultural and social information on minority and ethnic groups in the US.
- Little Green Data Book 2003 Provides information on the environment in more than 200 countries.
- Oxford Encyclopedia of Mesoamerican Cultures Provides geographical and cultural information on the southern two thirds of mainland Mexico, as well as Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, and parts of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
- Political Risk Yearbook Presents background information on the political, social, and economic climate in over 100 countries.
- Reference Guide to Africa Supplies an annotated bibliography of sources.
- State Profiles: The Population and Economy of Each US State Provides statistical information on the population and economy of each state. Includes health and educational statistics, and more.
[edit] Print Resources at LNDL
- The Europa World Year Book (Ref. JN1.E85)
Provides detailed information about history, government, politics and political parties, trade, economics, education, and demographics. It includes names and addresses of organizations, newspapers, and other publications, and people holding office or positions in government and various organizations. Updated annually.
- Statistical Abstract of the World (Ref. HA154.S83)
Presents data on 186 countries of the world in tabular format which allows easy comparison. Information includes physical characteristics, demographic information, government, trade, production, economic, and education statistics.
- Doing Business in (Country) (Look in the LNDL catalog.)
Issued for individual countries and updated periodically for different countries, provides a quick overview of the investment climate, economy, taxation, regulations, forms of business organization, and business and accounting practices of the subject country. (Two separate series by the same name, one done by Price Waterhouse, the other by Ernst & Young.) Print Sources Available at the Loyola/Notre Dame Library (Cultural)
- Countries and their Cultures (Ref GN307 .C68)
Entries contain summaries of countries around the world, including demographic, historical, cultural, economic, religious, and political information. Also available online: Countries and their Cultures Online
- Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life (REF GN 333 .W67)
Provides information on approximately 500 cultures of the world, covering twenty different areas of daily life including clothing, food, language, traditions, and religion. (Also available through the Library databases.
- (Country) : A Country Study (Look in the LNDL catalog by country.)
Paper form of the on-line Country Studies cited previously; describes and analyzes political, economic, and social systems and institutions. Particular information is devoted to the people who make up the society, their origins, beliefs, values, and interests. (The on-line version is more current, but if a particular country is not represented on-line, check for a paper version.)
- Craighead's International Business, Travel, and Relocation Guide to 81 Countries (Ref. HF5549.5 E45C886)
Provides in-depth information about the business environment and everyday living and working conditions in various countries. It covers topics such as general country orientation, economic and political overview, money, banking and tax matters, business customs and protocol, housing, schools, and social etiquette.
- Culturgrams: The Nations Around Us (Ref. GT150.C85)
Focuses on the culture of the countries covered, presents the daily customs and lifestyle of the society, and also provides information about the political and economic structures.
- Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life (Ref. GN333.W67)
Provides information on approximately 500 cultures of the world, covering twenty different areas of daily life including clothing, food, language, traditions, and religion. (Also available through the Library databases.
- The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cultural Etiquette (Ref. BJ1838.T87)
Contains quick and easy guidance on mastering the traditions of other cultures and also advice on etiquette around the world.
- Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands (Ref. HF5389.M67)
Describes the country background, business practices, protocol, and cultural orientation of sixty countries around the world.
