International Historical Statistics, 1750-2000: Africa, Asia and Oceana 1750-2000 (3 Vol. Set) [Hardcover]

Brian R. Mitchell (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0333994132 | ISBN-13: 978-0333994139 | Publication Date: September 20, 2003 | Edition: Fourth Edition

The International Historical Statistics series is the most authoritative collection of statistics available. Updated to 2002 wherever possible, it provides key economic and social indicators for all seven continents over the last 250 years, serving as an essential reference source for both hard-to-find historical data and the latest figures available, and as an indispensable tool for comparisons between countries and across time.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This excellent reference work will alleviate the difficulty of identifying sources and the often frustrating task of extracting comparable data from disparate origins. Particularly recommended for college and research libraries." -- Library Journal

"Remain[s] the most important general historical source." -- Choice

"Monumental in scale yet well set out and easy to use." -- Social History

About the Author

Brian Mitchell is Fellow of Trinity College, University of Cambridge.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 2984 pages
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan; Fourth Edition edition (September 20, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0333994132
• ISBN-13: 978-0333994139
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.3 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,640,199 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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