Palgrave Macmillan have released an update to The Statesman’s Yearbook online resource in partnership with Semantico, a leading provider of services and technology for online publishing.

The Statesman’s Yearbook is an authoritative and accessible resource; it remains the first point of reference for anyone needing reliable, concise information on any country in the world. An indispensable reference tool it has been published continuously since 1864, through two world wars, without missing an edition. It was ranked by Library Journal as one of the top 20 best reference resources of the millennium.

In this update Palgrave Macmillan have opened up the content by allowing free access to the beginning of each entry. This acts as a preview for users, who can sample the content before purchasing a subscription and also provides a far larger volume of information to be indexed by Google, making the site more visible in search results.

A complete redesign of the homepage includes recommended links into the content to demonstrate to new readers the wide scope of information provided. A streamlined login process allows users to access the information they are looking for more directly.

David Bull, Publishing Director, Palgrave Macmillan, said: “The Statesman’s Yearbook, one of Palgrave Macmillan’s premier publications, is a rich source of reliable and authoritative information on every country in the world. This enhancement to its online presence and visibility adds significant value for users.”

Richard Padley, Managing Director, Semantico, said: ‘We’re delighted to release this update of the Statesman’s Yearbook online resource with its improved user interface and enhanced discoverability that will drive increased usage of this important online resource.’