Series The SYB FactBook SeriesThis is an exciting new series of books for the general reader from the editor and publishers of one of the world's most respected reference books-- The Statesman's Yearbook . The FactBooks present everything you need to know about the places, people, and practices of each country in an easy-to-browse format. Complete with key city maps, useful addresses and web sites, these first four country profiles are ideal for the traveler, business person, student, or anyone with an interest in learning about a given country.
Barry Turner has been a full-time writer for 30 years. He has worked as a journalist and broadcaster in the field of politics, biography, travel and education, and is the author of over 20 books. He is a regular contributor to The Times as a book reviewer and serializer, and is the editor of the annuals The Writer's Handbook and The Screenwriter's Handbook.