Provides an overview of the history of Israel as a modern nation, set into the lengthy story of Jewish history, with an emphasis on the period since Israel's independence in 1948, exploring the countr
An updated look at more than 5,000 years of India's history.As recently as the turn of the century, Western images of India pictured it as a land of religion, luxury, and desperate poverty—holy
A comprehensive history of Argentina, including its origins, culture, and future.Argentina has a population that ranks among the most educated and skilled in Latin America. Illiteracy scarcely e
Praise for the previous edition:"...a well-written book and an excellent addition for all library collections."—American Reference Books Annual"Recommended."—ChoiceAs recently as the turn
Praise for the previous edition:"...a good place to start for anyone doing general research on Peru...recommended for general and academic collections."—American Reference Books Annual In
Praise for the previous edition:"...a clear, concise history..."—Reference & Research Book News"...very thorough...This work is a good choice for those wanting to familiarize themselves wit
"... concise and interesting accounts of the [history] of ... Argentina ... most appropriate for university collections and could be used as [a textbook] for undergraduate classes in Latin American s
With tensions escalating between the United States and North Korea over the North's resumption of its nuclear weapons program, Korea has recently become a focus of media attention. Home to more than
A Brief History of Great Britain narrates the history of Great Britain from the earliest times to the 21st century, covering the entire island—England, Wales, and Scotland—as well as asso
From the Publisher: "A Brief History of Brazil, Second Edition comes at a crucial time in Brazil's history. In the past seven years since the first edition of this book was published, the country has
Praise for the previous editions:"...well researched...concise...interesting..."—American Reference Books AnnualFrom the rise of the first civilizations of North America, continuing throug
In the course of a few years, Pakistan has assumed strategic importance on the world stage, acting as both a linchpin in the global war on terrorism and a "swing" state in the ideological conflict be
Covering 6,000 years of history from the ancient Mesopotamian civilizations to the fall of Saddam Hussein and the current war in Iraq A Brief History of Iraq is a comprehensive look at the changing l
The history of Russia, the world's largest nation from its early beginnings in the ninth century when Rurik, a Varangian king, established the first Russian state near Kiev, to the current presidency
Ancient Egypt was one of the longest-lasting civilizations the world has known. Today, Egypt plays a vital role in the politics of the Middle East, and learning about its history, economic pressures,
A Brief History of the Caribbean is an overview of the historical events that have taken place and shaped the islands of the Caribbean Sea beginning with an account of the indigenous populations befo
