The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2019, Paperback

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Contributor(s):Editor: Sarah Janssen Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource. The World Almanac(R) and Book of Facts is America's top-selling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs. The 2019 edition of The World Almanac reviews the events of 2018 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a ""treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information"" by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs on demand--from history and sports to geography, pop culture, and much more. Features include: The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world. Includes a sneak peek at upcoming milestone celebrity birthdays in 2019. Statistical Spotlight: A popular new feature highlights statistics relevant to the biggest stories of the year. These data visualizations provide important context and new perspectives to give readers a fresh angle on important issues. 2018 Election Results: The World Almanac provides a comprehensive look at the entire 2018 election process, including complete Election Day results for House, Senate, and gubernatorial races. World Almanac Editors' Picks: Veteran Sports Stars: With leading athletes like Tom Brady and Serena Williams entering or approaching middle age while still at the top of their game, The World Almanac editors look at the sports world's all-time greatest over-40 all-stars. The Year in Review: The World Almanac takes a look back at 2018 while providing all the information you'll need in 2019. 2018--Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world's attentio