The document describes two zones in Europe - the Inner Zone which contains all heavy industry, wealth, capital, scientific activity, good health standards and universal literacy. The Outer Zone is agricultural but less productive, contains poorer and illiterate populations who make a living selling raw materials to the wealthier Inner Zone.

1. Inner Zone of Europe All heavy industry Thickest with RR Wealth of Europe concentrated Highest standard of living Most capital Most scientific activity Low death rate/High birth rate Best health and sanitation Universal literacy Outer Zone of Europe Agricultural – but less productive Poor Illiterate Wealthy – landlords Made living selling raw materials to the Inner Zone