How Governments Work - The inside guide to the politics of the world

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How many democracies are there in the world? What is "theocratic rule"? How do NATO and the UN ensure fair play on a global scale? And who really rules the roost in the West Wing? How Governments Work gives a fully comprehensive guide to how governments operate around the world, from their annual GNP, to their defence and education budgets. Documenting the history of government in full-colour graphs, this is an essential guide for anyone wishing to get a better understanding of current affairs.
* Formerly The Book of Rule, now fully revised, in paperback and updated
* Supports the National Curriculum at Key Stage 3
* Explains the mechanics of alliances, shifts in policies and cultural and historical trends.