Atlas of Global Development

The Atlas of Global Development is a comprehensive guide to the most critical issues facing our changing world. Co-published with Harper Collins, the new edition has been completely revised and updated, presenting a comprehensive overview of the world and its people at the start of the 21st century. Every topic is presented through easy-to-read graphical presentations including colourful world maps, charts, tables, graphs, photographs and web addresses of additional data sources. A visual guide to global issues - easy-to-read graphical presentation with every topic presented by colourful world maps, tables, graphs, and photographs. Topics that are shaping our world - key development indicators, from poverty, population growth, and food production to climate change, foreign direct investment, and international trade. The latest, authoritative statistics - from the World Bank's World Development Indicators database.New! Interactive Companion Online Atlas. For the first time, the Atlas comes with the new World Bank e-Atlas of Global Development. Map and graph 179 indicators from the World Bank's development database. Features include worldwide mapping, timeline graphing, ranking tables, easy navigation, comparative mode, and exporting and sharing of graphics. Visit data.worldbank.org/atlas-global.