2007 Statistical Abstract of the United States

The 2007 Statistical Abstract of the United States is now available online. The abstract can be used as a "convenient volume for statistical reference, and as a guide to sources of more information both in print and on the Web". While the online format can definitely not be termed user-friendly, the content provides "an the authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States." (http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/)

If you would like the book itself, you can:

1. of course, stop by the library and peruse our reference copy;


2. check if the Census Bureau still has copies and get one free;


3. or, order a copy from the Government Printing Office Bookstore for $35.00: http://bookstore.gpo.gov/collections/statistical_abstract.jsp.