The New York TimesAlmanac 2009 Tapa blanda - 2008

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From the incomparable resources of The New York Times comes theworld's most authoritative almanac extensively updated for 2009

This great source of information provides readerswith a highly accessible wealth of data about the United Statesand the world. Drawing on the resources of the world's premierenews organization, and featuring reports by leading Times writers,it provides in-depth national and international coverage of politics,education, health, medicine, the economy, the environment, science,technology, awards and prizes, sports, and a host of other topics.The New York Times Almanac is the first choice for students, writers,researchers, and anyone who needs accurate, timely facts at theirfingertips.

The New York Times Almanac 2009 includes:

á Comprehensive coverage of all the U.S. states andevery nation in the world

á The most complete sports coverage of any almanac

á Notable obituaries from the world of politics,entertainment, and science

á More information on global issues, including worldpopulation, terrorism, AIDS, environmental concerns,the Internet, and technological developments

á All major Academy Award winners since 1928and the names of Nobel laureates