Describes Italy's geography, natural world, history, people, culture, government, and economy and includes special feature boxes, a glossary, and a bibliography.
Describes Japan's landscape, climate, society, resources, industry, trade, transportation, communications, and cities as well as its challenges for the future, and includes color photos, a glossary, and a list of further resources.
Examines the history and geography, government and economy, culture and lifestyles, and language of Kazakhstan and provides information on ancient and modern architecture, the Aral Sea, deserts, and other significant sites, people, and events of the region.
Presents an introduction to Brazil, discussing population, landscape and climate, natural resources, agriculture, industry, tourism and leisure, and information about the Amazon rain forest and major cities.