Though some libraries thrived in 2009, many more took a beating, and the fiscal crises that have struck many states and thousands of municipal governments in 2010 increase the odds that the effects of the new Great Recession will be felt over the long term. The decline in payroll and collections budgets have led to a loss of expertise and key information resources, and the hours of service and range of services provided in all types of libraries have diminished. In such conditions, government information services inevitably suffer at the local level. However, major digital initiatives and steps toward open governance at the federal level have compensated for some of these losses.

The U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) is widely recognized for providing free information resources to libraries through the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP), but its work in the digital realm is less well known. The beta version of its Federal Digital System (FDsys) will soon ingest the last of more than a quarter of a million U.S. government documents currently in GPO Access. This migration is a great leap forward. FDsys will serve as a permanent repository, and through the use of digital signatures, GPO can guarantee the authenticity of its content. In addition, the FDsys search features are vastly superior to those of GPO Access. Future releases of the system will include additional capabilities, such as automated harvesting, user notification, and delivery via RSS, email, and FTP.

In July 2009, Robert C. Tapella, the public printer of the United States (GPO's head), expressed confidence that a widely shared dream—the digitization of all analog documents distributed to depository libraries—would soon be realized. That dream failed to materialize. But while GPO's plan smoldered, Google launched a collaborative project to scan every U.S. government document held by the libraries of the Big Ten universities and the University of Chicago. At the project's end, the full text of an estimated one million to 1.5 million U.S. government publications will be available through Google Book Search and the HathiTrust Digital Library.

What distinguishes this project from previous digitization initiatives is its method. While earlier strategies relied on nondestructive digitization, the current effort favors sheet-fed scanning, which makes the physical item unusable but produces images with higher resolution. Whenever possible, high-resolution images generated through destructive digitization will replace images of lesser quality. Three libraries—University of Minnesota, Penn State, and University of Michigan Law School—have sent more than 114,000 government documents to Google for sheet-fed scanning, and the pace is accelerating.

On his first working day as President, Barack Obama ordered the creation of an Open Government Directive (OGD) requiring executive agencies to make their activities transparent, to enhance the public's role in policymaking, and to collaborate more extensively with one another, with state and local governments, and with private institutions. The directive and related documents require many actions that have increased the amount and quality of information provided by the executive branch, or soon will.

In response to the directive, issued in December 2009, at least 29 agencies have created "open government web pages" providing information on their OGD-related activities. Elements common to each of these pages include an "open government plan" specifying how the OGD will be implemented; facts on three or more previously unpublished, high-value data sets that have been added to the Data.gov site; and a mechanism for obtaining public feedback on the page's content. Many agencies are also using these pages to broadcast the public's ideas on how they can operate more effectively and achieve their goals. The Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Environmental Protection Agency, for example, post the suggestions they receive and invite visitors to vote on them. Prior to 2009, agencies commonly sought public input, but posting large numbers of such messages on their web sites is a new and welcome phenomenon.

Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. is implementing a new policy on the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the public's main instrument for obtaining unreleased U.S. government information. In his memorandum on the act, President Obama asserted that it "should be administered with a clear presumption: In the face of doubt, openness prevails." Holder's plan includes the creation of the FOIA Dashboard, an interactive web site providing statistics on FOIA compliance across federal agencies and from year to year. Currently, each of the agencies that processes FOIA requests provides statistics on its work in an annual report. The dashboard will make these statistics more accessible by presenting them graphically. Greater awareness of agencies' performance will create an incentive to eliminate backlogs, handle requests in a timely manner, and disclose information more freely. This new policy will enrich the collections of the National Security Archive and other organizations that freely disseminate documents obtained through the FOIA.

This year's list of Notable Government Documents includes titles on history, government policy, mental and physical health, biology, global warming, and environmental protection, among other topics. The historical works, which comprise nearly one-third of the panel's selections, focus mainly on cultural phenomena, such as architecture and music. While some of the selected works exist only on the Internet or in print, most have both electronic and tangible versions. All but a few of the print publications are available from the GPO, government agencies, intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), or distributors. Information on these publishers and distributors can be found in the electronic version of this article at www.libraryjournal.com. The panel thanks those who brought to its attention outstanding government publications that might have otherwise been overlooked.

Addressing the Mental Health Problems of Border and Immigrant Youth: A Culture and Trauma Special Report from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. by Luis Flores & Arline Kaplan. National Child Traumatic Stress Network. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS77737 . 2009. 21p. illus. SuDoc # HE20.402:M52/5. OCLC # 319070479.

This two-part booklet identifies problems affecting the mental health of Latino youth and their families along the U.S.-Mexico border, then offers advice for mental health professionals serving this population. Intended for specialists, this lucid report is also appropriate for general readers.

American Place: The Historic American Buildings Survey at Seventy-Five Years. National Park Svc. 2008. 92p. illus. map. SuDoc # I29.74:AM3. OCLC # 378505962.

The Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) has documented America's architectural heritage since 1933. This chronicle includes reproductions of 68 photographs and drawings of buildings such as the pre-Columbian Acoma Pueblo, Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary, and Cleveland Arcade. HABS and its sister programs have created some 556,900 large-format photographs, measured drawings, and historical reports for over 38,600 structures and sites.

The Approaching Storm: Conflict in Asia, 1945–1965. by Edward J. Marolda. Naval History & Heritage Command. 2009. 84p. illus. maps. SuDoc # D221.2:AS4. GPO Stock # 008-046-00247-9. ISBN 978-0-945274-57-5. pap. $16.

This concise publication, richly illustrated with photographs and written for a general audience, examines the roots of the Vietnam War and describes the U.S. Navy's role in that conflict through 1965.

Civics Flash Cards for the Naturalization Test. U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Svcs. bit.ly/b5wWGx . 2009. 102 flashcards. GPO Stock # 027-002-00581-3. ISBN 978-0-16-084584-0. pap. $14.

This flashcard set covering the civics portion of the U.S. citizenship test contains 100 questions and suggested answers.

Climate Literacy: The Essential Principles of Climate Sciences. 2d ed. U.S. Climate Change Science Program. dist. by Diane Pub. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS110639 . 2009. 17p. illus. SuDoc # PREX23.2:L71. ISBN 978-1-4379-1461-0. pap. $15.

This resource provides authoritative information on long-term climatic cycles, their effects on human societies, and strategies for mitigating global warming and dealing with its effects. The authors skillfully explain why evidence indicating that Earth's temperature is rising can be trusted. This colorful guide enhances one's knowledge of this complex topic.

Fruitful Legacy: A Historic Context of Orchards in the United States, with Technical Information for Registering Orchards in the National Register of Historic Places. by Susan A. Dolan. National Park Svc. 2009. 229p. illus. maps. SuDoc # I29.2:F94/2. GPO Stock # 024-005-01266-4. ISBN 978-0-16-082127-1. pap. $39.

Dolan, historical landscape architect with the National Park Service, discusses the introduction, evolution, and commercialization of the most common types of orchards and fruit trees in the 13 Colonies and on our soil from 1600 to the present. She also provides guidance on assessing the historical significance of particular orchards and trees. Intended for the nonspecialist, this publication is packed with fascinating facts and superb illustrations.

Investigation of Failure of the SEC To Uncover Bernard Madoff's Ponzi Scheme. public version. by H. David Kotz. U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS119802 . 2009. 457p. SuDoc # SE1.2:M26. GPO Stock # 046-000-00183-4. ISBN 978-0-16-083967-2. pap. $56.

In December 2008, the Securities & Exchange Commission charged Bernard Madoff with fraud for perpetrating a multibillion-dollar Ponzi scheme. This report examines the agency's failure to investigate complaints it received over many years regarding Madoff's activities. Along with supplementary material on the SEC web site, it clearly and fully addresses the commission's shortcomings.

Recovery.gov. Recovery Accountability & Transparency Board. www.recovery.gov/Pages/home.aspx . 2009—. OCLC # 316895044.

The U.S. government's official web site on the distribution of funds made available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 features informative charts, graphs, maps, tables, and text. It also includes links to independent reports on the use of stimulus funds, as well as resources for obtaining contracts, grants, loans, and jobs funded by the act. The ideal for government accountability.

Restorative Commons: Creating Health and Well-Being Through Urban Landscapes. ed. by Lindsay Campbell & Anne Wiesen. U.S. Forest Svc., Publications Distribution. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS116815 . 2009. 278p. illus. maps. SuDoc # A13.88:NRS-P-39. pap. Free.

This collection of case studies, thought pieces, theoretical essays, and interviews on enhancing health, well-being, and community empowerment through urban green spaces is an inspiring resource for anyone interested in urban landscapes. Entries assess, for example, the effects of a program teaching horticultural skills to Rikers Island inmates and the impact of the country's largest community garden program. The "before and after" images of urban wastelands transformed into places of beauty are powerful.

The Road to Yucca Mountain: The Development of Radioactive Waste Policy in the United States. by J. Samuel Walker. Univ. of California in assoc. with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 2009. 228p. illus. SuDoc # Y3.N88:2Y9. ISBN 978-0-520-26045-0. $34.95.

Walker, historian at the NRC, provides a history of the government's efforts to store radioactive waste safely. He documents the Atomic Energy Commission's actions from the Manhattan Project (1942–46) to the 1987 designation of Yucca Mountain as a repository. The Obama administration's decision to construct new nuclear power plants makes this a timely publication.

Shtutda'ina Da'a Shel Qudel = My Forefathers Are Still Walking with Me: Verbal Essays on Qizhjeh and Tsaynen Dena'ina Traditions. by Andrew Balluta. Lake Clark National Park & Preserve. 2008. 147p. illus. maps. SuDoc # I29.2:F76/2. ISBN 0-9749668-9-4. pap. Free w/CD.

This text and CD include recordings of 22 stories in the Dena'ina language of Alaska, transcriptions, and English translations. The content is presented in a three-line format, with a Dena'ina sentence or phrase, followed by a word-by-word translation and a more natural translation. The stories discuss Dena'ina beliefs, values, places, and practices. This work will enhance the study of Dena'ina, which may be endangered. The CD was not distributed to depository libraries.

The Sun, the Earth, and Near-Earth Space: A Guide to the Sun-Earth System. by John A. Eddy. National Aeronautics & Space Administration. 2009. 301p. illus. SuDoc # NAS1.83:NP-2009-1-066-GSFC. GPO Stock # 033-000-01329-9; pap. GPO Stock # 033-000-01328-1. ISBN 978-0-16-083808-8. $66; pap. ISBN 978-0-16-083807-1. $63.

Solar astronomer Eddy assembles "concise explanations and descriptions...of the chain of events and processes that connect the Sun to the Earth." Eloquent prose, dramatic photographs, and illustrations explain space weather and its impact on us. Exceptional; for the general reader.

Tropical Cyclones of the North Atlantic Ocean, 1851–2006 (with 2007 and 2008 Track Maps Included). 6th rev. ed. by Colin J. McAdie & others. National Climatic Data Ctr (NCDC). National Hurricane Center. dist. by NCDC. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS119129 . 2009. 238p. illus. maps. SuDoc # C55.287/58:T75/851-2006. OCLC # 438278056. $30.

This compilation consists mainly of color maps—one for each year—showing the paths of cyclones reaching at least tropical storm strength from 1851 to 2006. Additional maps plot the course of the storms by the month or ten-day period in which they began. There is also frequency data and a chronological list of U.S. hurricane landfalls. Previous editions lack the track maps for 1851 to 1870; the authors have revised the data for 1871 to 1920.

Walter Reed Army Medical Center Centennial: A Pictorial History, 1909–2009. ed. by John R. Pierce & others. Borden Inst. 2009. 279p. illus. maps. SuDoc # D104.2:W17/8. GPO Stock # 008-000-01020-0. ISBN 978-0-9818228-3-9. $35.

The Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, and its predecessor, Walter Reed General Hospital, have treated millions of active and retired personnel from every branch of the military. This collection of photographs and text pays tribute to the center's legacy.

The Woody Plant Seed Manual. ed. by Franklin T. Bonner & Robert P. Karrfalt. U.S. Forest Svc. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS113557 . 2008. 1223p. illus. maps. SuDoc # A1.76:727. GPO Stock # 001-001-00684-0. ISBN 978-0-16-081131-9. $103.

A comprehensive handbook on the handling, conditioning, storage, testing, and certification of seeds produced by trees and shrubs. Each entry is written by an authority and includes detailed plant information, along with illustrations and references. People working in nurseries will find it invaluable.

Clean Boating for Alaskans. Alaska Sea Grant College Program. http://seagrant.uaf.edu/lib/mab/63/cbfa-boating.pdf . 2009. 24p. illus. ISBN 978-1-56612-150-7. pap. Free.

An examination of the ways in which motorized boats are damaging marine environments and advice on how to minimize their impact. A relevant booklet for boat operators everywhere.

Field Guide to Squids and Octopods of the Eastern North Pacific and Bering Sea. by Elaina M. Jorgensen. Alaska Sea Grant College Program. 2009. 93p. illus. maps. ISBN 978-1-56612-139-2. pap. $25.

The study of Alaskan squid and octopi has been impeded by rough seas, making them little known till now. This comprehensive guide, the first book on these species to be published in two decades, is beautifully illustrated with line drawings, color photos, and maps. Issued with a spiral binding, a laminated cover, and waterproof paper.

North Aleutian Basin Energy-Fisheries: Workshop Proceedings, March 18–19, 2008, Anchorage, Alaska. ed. by Brian J. Allee. Alaska Sea Grant College Program. http://seagrant.uaf.edu/lib/aksg/0903/nabef-energy.pdf . 2009. 201p. illus. maps. ISBN 978-1-56612-137-8. pap. $15.

This summary of a March 2008 forum on offshore oil and gas development near a major fishery includes the views of 35 experts on benefits and risks, conservation, oil exploration technology, and more.

Historical Report of the Secretary of State, 2008. by Charlie Daniels. Univ. of Arkansas. Arkansas Secretary of State's Office. www.sos.ar.gov/historical_report.pdf . 2008. 737p. ISBN 978-0-615-23214-0. Free. To obtain a copy, send library name, address, and phone no. to uapress@uark.edu . Include "historical report request" in the subject line.

Published once each decade, this document provides historical rosters of Arkansas government officials from the county to the state level. Also included are election data, information on current members of the state legislature, and biographies and portraits of Arkansas's current congressional delegation and state officials.

Dutch Renaissance: The Story of the New Netherland Project. by Peter A. Douglas. New Netherland Inst. http://purl.org/net/nysl/nysdocs/302347096 . 2009. 28p. illus. map. OCLC # 302347096. pap. Free.

Culture in America's British colonies was shaped by the earlier New Netherland colony, owned and operated by the Dutch West Indies Co. Yet New Netherland has been overlooked because the records have been unavailable in English, until recently. Douglas (New York State Talking Book & Braille Lib.) reports on the New Netherland Project, which since 1974 has translated and published the official records of the company in New Netherland, revealing an unfamiliar part of the American experience.

Habitats of North Dakota. by Gwyn S. Herman & Laverne A. Johnson. North Dakota Studies Project. www.ndstudies.org/resources/habitats/list.html . 2008. illus. maps. ea. vol: pap. $3. Includes: Badlands. 70p. ISBN 978-0-9801993-2-1; Prairie. 62p. ISBN 978-0-9801993-1-4; Riparian Areas. 68p. ISBN 978-0-9801993-4-5; Wetlands. 58p. ISBN 978-0-9801993-0-7; Woodlands. 62p. ISBN 978-0-9801993-3-8.

To promote teaching and learning about wildlife conservation and resource management, the North Dakota Studies Project issued these engaging texts developed for students at a fourth-grade reading level, but appropriate for older elementary-school students as well.

Twilight of the Upper Missouri River Fur Trade: The Journals of Henry A. Boller. ed. by W. Raymond Wood. State Historical Society of North Dakota. 2008. 276p. illus. maps. ISBN 978-1-89141-930-0. pap. $21.95.

Henry Boller lived as a fur trader on the Upper Missouri River from 1858 to 1862. In this journal, reedited by Plains Indians expert Wood, Boller paints vivid portraits of the region's native peoples and those who dealt with and lived among them.

Explore the Lake Erie Islands: A Guide to Nature and History Along the Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail. ed. by Art Weber & Melinda Huntley. Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail National Scenic Byway. Ohio Chapter of the Nature Conservancy. Ohio Sea Grant. dist. by Ohio State Univ. bit.ly/9ILdiS . 2009. 60p. illus. maps. OCLC # 551688791. pap. $5.

A detailed description of each island and its parks, preserves, historic sites, and trails, as well as maps and lists of frequently spotted flora and fauna. The beauty of the prose and illustrations is exceptional.

Great Depression Story Project. Ohio Dept. of Aging. www.aging.ohio.gov/news/greatdepressionstoryproject . 2009—. OCLC # 460601606.

In early 2009, the Ohio Department of Aging solicited stories about the Great Depression from Ohioans who lived through that era. This site includes nearly 1000 excerpts, covering everything from cooking to kindness. These recollections are always interesting, sometimes poignant, and occasionally unforgettable.

Another Hot Oklahoma Night: A Rock & Roll Story. by Larry O'Dell & Jeffrey M. Moore. Oklahoma Historical Society. 2009. 184p. illus. ISBN 978-0-941498-76-0. $29.95.

This attention-grabbing collection of pictures and accompanying text tells the story of Oklahoma's contributions to the development of rock'n'roll. The artists here include not only rock musicians but also masters of swing, rhythm and blues, folk, and other genres.

The Legacy of Lead: The Report on Childhood Lead Poisoning in Wisconsin, 2008. Wisconsin Dept. of Health and Family Svcs. dist. by Wisconsin Dept. of Health Svcs. http://dhs.wi.gov/lead/LegacyofLead/index.htm . 2008. 38p. illus. map. Publication # PPH-45109. OCLC # 288945274. pap. Free.

The Legacy of Lead reveals the alarming scope of childhood lead poisoning in Wisconsin, discusses its causes and effects, and provides a systematic plan to eliminate the problem. It effectively delivers technical information and statistics in layperson's terms.

Wisconsin Local Food Marketing Guide: A Producer's Guide to Marketing Locally Grown Food. Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection. bit.ly/blrF1G . 2009. 118p. illus. OCLC # 489523195. pap. Free.

This beautifully illustrated book provides guidance to food producers seeking local markets. It discusses direct marketing, selling to restaurants and other intermediaries, market development, and legal compliance. Cogent prose and fascinating profiles make this a pleasure to read. Though a portion of the text is specific to Wisconsin, this title belongs in every library serving farmers and other producers.

Climate in Peril: A Popular Guide to the Latest IPCC Reports. by Alex Kirby. UN Environment Programme. www.grida.no/_res/site/file/publications/ClimateInPeril.pdf . 2009. 57p. illus. maps. UN Sales # E.09.III.D.4. ISBN 978-82-7701-053-3. pap. $20.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is the leading international authority on global warming and other climatic shifts. This title contains the essence of IPCC's 2007 synthesis report. It addresses the causes of global warming, the potential consequences of inaction, and mitigation measures governments can implement. The graphics, which comprise half of the work, are striking.

Contracting Out Government Functions and Services: Emerging Lessons from Post-Conflict and Fragile Situations. Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development. 2009. 169p. illus. ISBN 978-92-64-05993-1. pap. $54.

When should external contractors be used to carry out functions ordinarily performed by the state? The six essays in this volume consider this question as it applies to developing countries emerging from armed conflict. The lucid text makes this scholarly work accessible to undergraduates.

Development and Climate Change: World Development Report 2010. World Bank. http://go.worldbank.org/VQDL8EDGQ0 . 2010. 417p. illus. maps. ISBN 978-0-8213-7989-9. $50; pap. ISBN 978-0-8213-7987-5. $26.

The world's least developed countries (LDCs) must expand their transport, industrial, and agricultural sectors, but the resulting increase in carbon emissions will accelerate climate changes that disproportionately affect the poor. The authors address this dilemma, calling on developed countries to help LDCs adopt low-carbon technologies while also reducing poverty.

The Financial and Economic Crisis: A Decent Work Response. International Labour Organization. International Inst. for Labor Studies. dist. by Renouf Pub. bit.ly/FF7zH . 2009. 78p. illus. ISBN 978-92-9014-900-2. pap. $25.

The authors analyze the present "global jobs catastrophe" and, having reviewed the responses of more than 40 governments to the crisis, call for the implementation of social protection and employment measures in each country. This cogent publication is an outstanding contribution to current policy debates.

Innovation and Growth: Chasing a Moving Frontier. ed. by Vandana Chandra & others. Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development. 2009. 264p. ISBN 978-92-64-07396-8. pap. $67.

Innovation is the foundation of economic growth, and in the brutally competitive global economy it is essential to survival. This volume contains ten essays in which experts from the OECD and World Bank explore the relationship between globalization and national innovation policy. The authors assume readers have some knowledge of economics.

Kenya: Atlas of Our Changing Environment. UN Environment Programme. www.unep.org/dewa/africa/kenyaatlas . 2009. 160p. illus. maps. UN Sales # E.09.III.D.2. ISBN 978-92-807-2995-5. $80.

This stunning, oversized atlas depicts the decline in Kenya's forests, lakes, and other natural resources through the side-by-side display of historical and current satellite images. It also assesses Kenya's progress toward environmental sustainability, demonstrating that it is vital to the realization of other development goals.

Migration and Development: Perspectives from the South. ed. by Stephen Castles & Raúl Delgado Wise. International Organization for Migration. 2008. 314p. illus. maps. UN Sales # E.08.III.S.10. ISBN 978-92-9068-417-6. pap. $35.

This collection of essays examines the relationship between migration from the South to the North (i.e., from poor countries to wealthy ones) and economic development in the South. The North, which has dominated the debate on this subject, has focused mainly on national security, immigration control, assimilation, and remittances. The editors seek to broaden the discussion by advocating a comprehensive analysis of the processes taking place. This involves, for example, considering migration and development in the context of all North-South relationships. This book is appropriate for most college students.

Planning Sustainable Cities. Global Report on Human Settlements 2009. UN Human Settlements Programme. dist. by Stylus Pub. bit.ly/d74ydS . 2009. 306p. illus. ISBN 978-1-84407-898-1. $144; pap. ISBN 978-1-84407-899-8. $49.95.

This edition of the Global Report examines issues confronting urban planners worldwide and assesses the capacity of planning to meet the challenges of the 21st century. It addresses matters such as public participation in the planning process, the growth of informal settlements in developing countries, and planning education around the globe. With an extensive statistical annex and bibliography, this will be invaluable to anyone seeking a comprehensive review of global problems in this field.

Post-Conflict Economic Recovery: Enabling Local Ingenuity. Crisis Prevention & Recovery Report 2008. UN Development Programme. www.undp.org/cpr/content/economic_recovery/PCERreport.pdf . 2008. 238p. illus. UN Sales # E.08.III.B.10. ISBN 978-92-1-126217-9. pap. $29.95.

Drawing upon its extensive work in postconflict countries, the UNDP explores paths toward recovery from the economic effects of war. It assays the role of the state, the macroeconomic policies governments can use, and how countries can most effectively build on surviving institutions and resources.

Report of the United Nations Fact-Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict. UN Human Rights Council. bit.ly/ZnAwh . 2009. 452p. maps. UN Doc. # A/HRC/12/48. OCLC # 461032422.

In April 2009, the Human Rights Council formed a mission to investigate allegations of human rights violations in the Gaza Strip during military operations of December 2008 and January 2009. This authoritative and comprehensive document, known as the Goldstone Report, is the result of the mission's work.

Tracking Progress on Child and Maternal Nutrition: A Survival and Development Priority. UNICEF. bit.ly/darWEi . 2009. 119p. illus. maps. UN Sales # E.09.XX.25. ISBN 978-92-806-4482-1. pap. $25.

The book opens with a detailed examination of the extent and causes of child and infant malnutrition and the interventions that diminish it. This section is followed by nutrition profiles for the 24 countries where 80 percent of the world's malnourished children live. The graphics in this book are stunning.

Your Guide to the Lisbon Treaty. European Commission. Publications Office of the European Union. bit.ly/412ciK . 2009. 16p. illus. ISBN 978-92-79-12935-3. pap. Free.

The Treaty of Lisbon entered into force in December 2009. This booklet explains why the treaty was needed, identifies key provisions, and discusses the institutional changes it has engendered.