Latin American Studies: Resources: Country Information

Provides information on over 170 countries: data on the local economy, money, customs, climate, business etiquette, and internal travel information. It also provides maps, images, and practical information about telecommunications and Internet connectivity. There is also information on existing security and health concerns in each country.

Database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. Provides searchable full-text e-book versions of over 3,500 reference works, including multi-volume encyclopedias, biographical collections, business plan handbooks, company history compilations, consumer health references, and specialized handbooks, dictionaries, encyclopedias, etc. in a wide range of subject areas.

Collection of 260+ Reference books; including dictionaries, encyclopedias, and books of quotations, includes resources in a wide range of fields.

World Bank's annual compilation of data about development, provides more than 800 indicators. It is organized in 6 sections: World View, People, Environment, Economy, States and Markets, and Global Links. Data are shown for 153 economies with populations of more than 1 million, 56 small economies with populations between 30,000 and 1 million, and smaller economies if they are members of the World Bank. Includes HDI (Human Development Index), GDP, GNP, and GNI.