With over 80 million copies sold in its 135-year history, The World Almanac trade paperback is the comprehensive, fact-filled choice for libraries, classrooms, home, and business!
Now, the number 1 reference brand brings its varied content and in-depth research to your computer screen with The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2003 CD-ROM Edition. Crammed with all the authoritative entries and timely information trusted by users of the paperback New York Times Bestseller List perennial, The World Almanac on CD-ROM features expanded profiles of noted personalities from the fields of politics, publishing, and the performing arts, as well as extensive explorations of America and the world post-9/11, and multimedia visuals of the important events of 2002.
The ultimate in fast facts, photos, and features: that's The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2003 CD-ROM Edition!
The New York Times - "...an endless array of subjects."
The Los Angeles Times - "...the most useful reference book known to modern man."
The Seattle Times - "...reigns as the worlds most powerful reference."
Recommendations
PC System Requirements:
Windows 95 (SP2) and higher, including XP, Pentium II 300 MHz or better, 32 MB RAM or more, 45 MB free hard disk space (185 MB for full installation), 800 * 600 display with 16-bit color (thousands of colors), 8X CD-ROM drive, 16-bit Sound Blaster compatible sound card & speakers, Mouse, Printer for printing, Internet Access recommended
MAC System Requirements:
G3 350 MHz or better, System 8 and higher, including OS X, 64 MB RAM, 45 MB free hard disk space (185 MB for full installation), 800 * 600 display with 16-bit color (thousands of colors), 8X CD-ROM drive, Mouse, Sound card, speaker, Printer for printing, Internet Access recommended
Additional Information
Containing everything to be found in the best-selling paperback version, as well as a wealth of multimedia bonus materials to make fact-finding intuitive, engaging, and easy, The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2003 CD-ROM Edition is the ultimate state-of-the-art authority on all subjects.
Photos, maps, slides, and graphs - a wealth of comprehensive, up-to-date information on subjects including:
Arts and Entertainment
Awards and Prizes
U.S. Cities and States
Nations of the World
Sports
The Environment
Travel and Tourism
Science and Technology
Business and The Economy...and much more!
With The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2003 CD-ROM Edition, your fact-finding mission offers options both speedy and simplified. Search The World Almanac for numbers of Articles, Tables, Maps, or Images related to your subject. Browse The World Almanac by alphabetical Table of Contents or by subject utilizing the General Index. Find Facts Fast! The quick search engine reveals expansive multi-media entries, bringing onscreen information to you instantly!
