Though oversize (10.5x14.5") in format, this fine reference is not the type of atlas to which one turns for large detailed maps of regions or countries. Rather, it is a compilation of information on the momentous changes in Europe in the 1990s, a comprehensive picture of the current Europe, and a look at what likely lies ahead. The atlas is divided into nine sections: history, communications, business, finance, politics, international relations, war and defense, environment, people and culture. In addition to an abundance of (smaller) color maps and color illustrations, there is a time chart, a chronology of events, and a glossary, as well as a Country Analysis chapter that delineates detailed statistics of more than 40 European nations and dependencies. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or. Read Less