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Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 21st edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, immigration, and the treatment of Indigenous peoples in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 23rd edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, US foreign policy in the Arctic region, the treatment of Indigenous peoples in North America, and the COVID-19 pandemic in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 24th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, US foreign policy in the Arctic region, and the COVID-19 pandemic in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 24th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, US foreign policy in the Arctic region, and the COVID-19 pandemic in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 26th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration and US foreign policy in the Arctic region.- a directory of US and Canadian diplomatic representation abroad- select bibliographies on topics concerning the entire North American regionCountry SurveysEach 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 policy, the judicial system, the economy, energy policy, and trade- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.- select bibliographies on the history, politics, society and economy of each country

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 25th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, climate change in the USA and Canada, and US foreign policy in the Arctic region.- a directory of US and Canadian diplomatic representation abroad- select bibliographies on topics concerning the entire North American regionCountry SurveysEach 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 policy, the judicial system, the economy, energy policy, and trade- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.- select bibliographies on the history, politics, society and economy of each country

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 25th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, climate change in the USA and Canada, and US foreign policy in the Arctic region.- a directory of US and Canadian diplomatic representation abroad- select bibliographies on topics concerning the entire North American regionCountry SurveysEach 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 policy, the judicial system, the economy, energy policy, and trade- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.- select bibliographies on the history, politics, society and economy of each country

Provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding them.Completely revised and updated, this fifth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories. It includes:* Over 580 pages of in-depth analysis and thoroughly researched data* Comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information* Contributions from acknowledged regional experts.General Survey* Leading experts on the area analyse topics of regional interest and importance including: NAFTA at Eight: Cross Currents; The USA, Canada and the Pacific Rim; Opening and Closing Doors: Immigration Policies in Canada and the USA; Environment at the Crossroads and The Economic Development of Alaska and the Canadian North.Country Surveys* Details of Presidents/Prime Ministers; chronologies; geographic and demographic details; tables on area and population* Essays on the economy, social issues and public affairs of both countries, including: US Foreign Policy Post-11 September; Corporate Responsibility and the Changing Political Context; and Canadian Social Policy: Harmonizing Federal and Provincial Systems? plus a select bibliography for sources of further research* A demographic and economic survey using the latest statistics from government and official sources* Essential names, addresses and contact numbers covering the constitution, government, legislature, judiciary, political organizations, diplomatic representation, religious groups, the media, finance, trade and industry, and tourism.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding it. Completely revised and updated, this sixth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories. It includes:* Over 600 pages of in-depth analysis and thoroughly researched data* Comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information* Contributions from acknowledged regional experts.Introductory Essays* Leading experts on the area analyse topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: NAFTA at Ten: Prospects; A New Pacific Century? North America and the Pacific Rim; Imigration Policies and Nation-building in Canada and the USA; Environment at the Crossroads and The Economic Development of Alaska and the Canadian North.Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:* Introduction * Essays US Foreign Policy under George W. Bush: The Implications of 11 September; The Role of the USA in the Middle East: An Historical Overview; Manufacturing and Construction in the USA; In a Complicated State: Health Policy in the USA; Politics and Administration in Canada; Natural Resources and Primary Economic Activities in Canada; Perspectives on Canadian Social Policy: Social Security, Health and Education and Canadian Government Finances.* Directory and Statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding it. Completely revised and updated, this seventh edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories. It includes:* Over 600 pages of in-depth analysis and thoroughly researched data* Comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information* Contributions from acknowledged regional experts.Introductory Essays* Leading experts on the area analyse topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: NAFTA at Ten: A New Pacific Century? North America and the Pacific Rim; Immigration Policies and Nation-building in Canada and the USA; Environment at the Crossroads and The Economic Development of Alaska and the Canadian North.Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:* Introduction * Essays US Foreign Policy under George W. Bush: The Implications of 11 September and the War in Iraq; The Role of the USA in the Middle East: An Historical Overview; Manufacturing and Construction in the USA; In a Complicated State: Health Policy in the USA; Politics and Administration in Canada; Natural Resources and Primary Economic Activities in Canada; Perspectives on Canadian Social Policy: Social Security, Health and Education and Canadian Government Finances.* Directory and Statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding it. Completely revised and updated, this eighth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories. It includes:* Over 600 pages of in-depth analysis and thoroughly researched data* Comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information* Contributions from acknowledged regional experts.Introductory Essays* Leading experts on the area analyse topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: NAFTA at Ten: A New Pacific Century? North America and the Pacific Rim; Immigration Policies and Nation-building in Canada and the USA; Environment at the Crossroads and The Economic Development of Alaska and the Canadian North. Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:* Introduction * Essays US Foreign Policy under George W. Bush: The Implications of 11 September and the War in Iraq; The Role of the USA in the Middle East: An Historical Overview; Manufacturing and Construction in the USA; In a Complicated State: Health Policy in the USA; Politics and Administration in Canada; Natural Resources and Primary Economic Activities in Canada; Perspectives on Canadian Social Policy: Social Security, Health and Education and Canadian Government Finances.* Directory and Statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding it. Completely revised and updated, this ninth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.It includes:Comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political informationContributions from acknowledged regional experts.Introductory EssaysLeading experts on the area analyze topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: NAFTA at Ten: A New Pacific Century? North America and the Pacific Rim; Immigration Policies and Nation-Building in Canada and the USA; Environment at the Crossroads and the Economic Development of Alaska and the Canadian North. Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:Introduction Essays: US Foreign Policy under George W. Bush: The Implications of 11 September and the War in Iraq; The Role of the USA in the Middle East: An Historical Overview; Manufacturing and Construction in the USA; In a Complicated State: Health Policy in the USA; Politics and Administration in Canada; Natural Resources and Primary Economic Activities in Canada; Perspectives on Canadian Social Policy: Social Security, Health and Education and Canadian Government Finances. Directory and Statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding it. Completely revised and updated, this ninth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.It includes:* comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information* contributions from acknowledged regional experts.Introductory Essays* leading experts on the area analyze topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: The North American Free Trade Agreement and the Security and Prosperity Partnership of North America; Challenging China: The North American Agenda and the Pacific Rim and Environmental Issues in North America.Each country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:* introduction * essays, including: US Defence Policy; The Bush Doctrine and US Foreign Policy; the Politics of Oil Dependency in the USA; the Role of Religion in US Politics; `Big Food’, `Big Tobacco’ and `Big Pharmas’ in US Manufacturing; Health and Social Welfare Policy in the USA; Diversity and Equality in the USA; the History of Canada post-1980; Federal Energy Policy in Canada; Aboriginal Peoples; Canadian Government Finances and Foreign Trade; Canada’s Economy and Canadian Social Policy* directory and Statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding them. Completely revised and updated, this eleventh edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.Key Features comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political information contributions from acknowledged regional experts. introductory essays leading experts on the area analyze topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: The North American Free Trade Agreement and the Security and Prosperity Partnership of North America; Immigration to Canada and the USA; and Environmental Issues in North America.Country SurveysEach country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes: introduction essays, including: US Foreign Policy; the Politics of Oil Dependency in the USA; the Role of Religion in US Politics; the US Electoral System; the US Farm Bill; Health and Social Welfare Policy in the USA; Diversity and Equality in the USA; the History of Canada post-1980; Federal Energy Policy in Canada; and Canada’s Foreign Relations directory and statistics.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding them. Completely revised and updated, this twelvth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these two vast nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.Key Features:comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political informationcontributions from acknowledged regional expertsintroductory essays of topical importanceleading experts on the area analyze topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: The Political Response to Climate Change in North America, US and Canadian Responses to the Rise of the BRICs, Renovation Deferred?: NAFTA and the Security and Prosperity Partnership; Changing Policies on Immigration the USA and Canada. Country SurveysEach country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. Part Two: USA, Part Three: CanadaEach country chapter includes:introduction essays, including: US Policies and Government; US Domestic Politics; US Defence Policy; The US Judicial System; The Role of Religion in US Politics; The US Electoral System; In a Transitional State?: Health and Social Welfare Policy in the USA; Diversity and Equality in the USA; US Agriculture, US Service Industries; The Recent Political History of Canada; Canadian Energy Policy in 2009; and Canada’s Foreign Relations; Aboriginal peoples in Canada; Canadian, Domestic and International Trade; The Canadian Courts and Charter; The Welfare state in Canada; Canadian Maufacturing and Construction; Service Industries in Canada; New for this edition: US Foreign Policy Under President Obama; Energy Security and US Foreign Policy; The USA and the Global Financial Crisis; Manufacturing and Construction in the USAdirectory and statistics.Other sections include:The States of the USA and the Provinces and Territories of Canada. Providing historical and economic overviews of the constituent parts of the USA and Canada, as well as up to date and accurate information on state executives, government departments and legislatures.

This renowned reference title provides essential statistical and directory material on these vast North American nations and the issues surrounding them. Completely revised and updated, this thirteenth edition brings together statistical, factual and directory information on these nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.Key Features:comprehensive geographical, historical, economic and political informationcontributions from acknowledged regional expertsintroductory essaysleading experts on the area analyze topics of interest and importance to the region as a whole, including: North America and Climate Change, North America and the Media and North America and the BRICs. Country SurveysEach country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section.Each country chapter includes:introduction essays, including: US Foreign Policy; the Politics of Oil Dependency in the USA; the Role of Religion in US Politics; the USA and the Global Financial Crisis; Health and Social Welfare Policy in the USA; Diversity and Equality in the USA; the History of Canada post-1980; Federal Energy Policy in Canada; and Canada’s Foreign Relations directory and statistics.

This renowned reference title provides comprehensive statistical and directory information, alongside up-to-date commentary on political and economic developments in these vast North American nations. Combining impartial analsis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated fourteenth edition serves as an extensive library of information on these nations and their constituent states, provinces and territories.In the new edition of The USA and Canada:relevant essays reflect key developments of the past year, including: dramatic political shifts following the November 2010 US mid-term elections and the 2011 Canadian general election; the changing priorities of US foreign policy, including the security transition in Afghanistan; the emergence of a new framework for US-Canadian integration; and the ongoing effects of the global financial crisisa brand new essay examines the role of the Media in North Americaall statistical and directory sections have been fully updated by Europa's dedicated research teamKey Features:comprehensive historical, political and economic informationcontributions from acknowledged regional expertsleading experts analyze topics of importance to the region as a whole, including: US-Canadian integration, climate change, immigration, the media, the North American energy market, and North American responses to the rise of the BRICs.comprehensive statistical and directory sections covering Public Affairs, The Economy and SocietyCountry SurveysEach country is dealt with in greater detail within its own section. The 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; Manufacturing and Construction; Service Industries; Trade; Health and Social Policyadditional essay topics, including: US Defence Policy; the Role of Religion in US Politics; the USA and the Global Financial Crisis; Diversity and Equality in the USA; Aboriginal Peoples in Canadahistorical, political and economic overviews of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territoriesstatistical surveys, including the latest available figures on area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and media, and educationa comprehensive directory section providing essential contact names, addresses, and e-mail and internet details in key areas such as government, political organizations, diplomatic representation, the judiciary, religion, the media, finance, trade and industry (including major companies), transport, tourism, defence and education.

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 yearGeneral SurveyEssays by leading experts analyze topics of regional importance, including: climate change, immigration, the media, and the North American energy market.Country SurveysEach 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 Policyadditional essay topics, including: US Defence Policy; the Role of Religion in US Politics; the USA and the Global Financial Crisis; Aboriginal Peoples in Canadahistorical, political and economic surveys of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicatorsdetailed information on selected organizations, prominent figures and research institutes active in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 16th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.New for 2014:five new essays covering the politics of climate change in North America, the US federal deficit and national debt, recent political developments in Canada, manufacturing in the USA and US foreign trade.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:US-Canadian economic integration, immigration and the North American media.Country SurveysEach 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 policyadditional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and aboriginal peoples in Canada historical, political and economic surveys of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicatorsdetailed information on selected organizations, prominent figures and research institutes active in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 17th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.New for 2015:- new essays covering US foreign policy, Canadian foreign policy, the Canadian services sector, and new material examining the challenges confronting indigenous peoples in the USA. General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian economic integration, immigration, and the media in North American.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories - statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 18th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian economic integration, immigration, and the media in North American.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories - statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 19th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, immigration, and the treatment of Indigenous peoples in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.Detailed results of the presidential, congressional, and gubernatorial elections held in the USA in November 2016 are also included.

Combining impartial analysis with reliable facts and figures, this fully revised and updated 20th edition provides up-to-date commentary on these vast North American nations.General SurveyEssays by leading experts analyse topics of regional importance, including:- US-Canadian integration, immigration, and the treatment of Indigenous peoples in North America.Country SurveysEach 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 policy; constitution; the economy; energy policy; agriculture; trade; health and social policy- additional essays examining timely subjects such as US-Chinese economic competition, religion in US politics and the US Judicial system- historical, political and economic surveys of each of the US states and Canadian provinces and territories- statistical surveys of economic and demographic indicators- comprehensive directory sections covering public affairs, the economy and society, which provide contact details and other useful information for the most significant institutions in the region.