Collins Gem Flags of the World (Collins Gems)

This is a compact reference book with the flags of over 300 nations and states reproduced in colour. Every flag is accompanied by a description of its origins and history, and an explanation of its significance. The book includes details of the flags of states which have recently declared their independence from the former USSR and Yugoslavia. Explanations and descriptions are also given for heraldic flags, religious flags, flags of official organizations and flags as signals.