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Collects twelve essays from "The Atlantic Monthly" journalist James Fallows that examine topics that relate to the transformation of China's economy and political structure in the twenty-first century.

A collection of essays that provide varying perspectives on issues facing Tibet, debating who should rule the country, if its cultural and ethnic diversity will survive Chinese rule, the benefits of Chinese central government, and major threats to the natural environment.

Examines the effects of the border between the United States and Mexico on the two countries and their peoples and discusses the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.

Ten essays present opposing arguments on issues regarding when the U.S. should withdraw from Iraq, including whether the Iraqi people and the American people support U.S. efforts in Iraq, whether the U.S. should ask other nations for help in the effort, and whether democracy in Iraq will succeed.

Discusses the issue of Tibetan nationalism, the application of Chinese political policy toward Tibet, looks at possible options for self-determination, and the diplomatic responses from other countries.

Traces the history of Poland, emphasizing events leading to the September, 1939, invasion of Poland by the armies of Germany and Russia.

Photographs, maps, and eyewitness accounts describe the War in Vietnam.

Chronicles the history of Cuba's internal and external conflicts, covering such topics as the Spanish-American War, the Cuban Revolution, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and economic difficulties after the fall of the Soviet Union.

Examines the crucial role the U.S. played in Central America's history and its affect on our history.