International Historical Statistics 1750-2005

"International Historical Statistics 1750-2005: Europe" is the latest edition of the most authoritative collection of statistics available. Updated to 2005 wherever possible, it provides key economic and social indicators for European countries over the last 255 years, serving as an essential reference source for both hard-to-find historical data and the latest figures available, and as an indispensable tool for comparisons between countries and across time. 'This excellent reference work will alleviate the difficulty of identifying sources and the often frustrating task of extracting comparable data from disparate origins. Particularly recommended for college and research libraries.' - Library Journal 'Remain[s] the most important general historical source' - Choice 'Monumental in scale yet well set out and easy to use' - Social History