The World Factbook (also known as the CIA World Factbook) is a reference resource produced by the Central Intelligence Agency of the United States with almanac-style information about the countries of the world.

The World Factbook is prepared by the CIA for the use of U.S. government officials, and its style, format, coverage, and content are primarily designed to meet their requirements.

This etext was prepared by Dr. Gregory B. Newby, as taken from the CIA’s online version of the book
published at the address: http://www.odci.gov/cia/publications/factbook/guide.html Note the original book
includes maps and other graphics. These are not included.

The World Factbook 1998
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Countries are listed in alphabetical order. Notes and appendixes follow the country listings.
Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda
Arctic Ocean Argentina Armenia Aruba Ashmore and Cartier Islands Atlantic