The Greenwood histories of the modern nations

Explores the history of Cuba from 1868 to the present, discussing Cuban culture, politics, and the effects of communism on the modern country.

Traces the history of Saudi Arabia from the earliest times to the present. Includes information on the geography, political institutions, economy, and culture of the country. Contains a timeline of significant historical events, biographical sketches of key people, and a glossary of terms.

Traces the history of India from the earliest times to the present. Includes information on the geography, political institutions, economy, and culture of the country. Contains a timeline of significant historical events, biographical sketches of key people, and a glossary of terms.

Traces the history of Argentina from the earliest times to the present. Includes information on the geography, political institutions, economy, and culture of the country. Contains a timeline of significant historical events, biographical sketches of key people, and a glossary of terms.

Presents a comprehensive overview of the political history of Portugal from 1097 to 1999, including the Portuguese colonies, notable people, and geography.

Provides an updated look at the history of South Africa including the British rule, apartheid, the Mandela government, and life after the Mandela presidency.

Traces the history of Chile from the indigenous peoples to the post-Pinochet era, and includes a survey of the land, people, and modern-day government of the country, as well as biographical sketches of notable people, a glossary, and a bibliographical essay.

An introduction to the history of Holland that provides an up-to-date survey of modern Dutch history, including the current Dutch approach to a variety of social issues.

Chronicles Korea's history from ancient times to the rule of Kim Dae Jung and Kim Jong Il, discussing medieval Korea, Korean tradition, modernization, Japanese dominion, the Korean War, and the relationship between North and South Korea.

Traces the history and development of Canada, discussing the country's regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity, the common stereotypical images of Canada that are often portrayed in American media, and its complex geography.