Profiles of People in Power

This new work of biographical reference presents succinct narrative biographies of every serving head of state and head of government. The book offers international coverage and provides invaluable background material on the world's government leaders. It identifies some of the most important people in international affairs and clearly explains each country's type of government. A photographic section of a selection of the world's political leaders helps put a name to the face. Contents: * Covers about 200 countries and territories * Over 300 biographical profiles * Divided by country, each country section provides a brief explanation of its type of government and the roles of the head of state, the head of government and the legislature * Lists the most recent heads of state and head of government, with dates of office * Biographical profiles of current head of state and government * A photographic section of a selection of the world's political leaders * Fully indexed by name, date of taking office, and source of authority.