The Greenwood histories of the modern nations

Chronicles the history of Egypt from ancient times to the early twentieth century, focusing on the development of the nation since World War II, and includes biographical sketches, a time line, and a glossary.

Chronicles the history of Spain, focusing on the people and not abstract developments and examines the country's politics, society, economy, and culture in chronological order.

Traces the history of Greece, from ancient times through its emergence as a modern European nation.

A narrative history of Australia, beginning with the arrival of aboriginal ancestors around 65,000 B.C., and continuing through 2001. Includes a timeline of historical events, and biographical sketches of notable men and women.

A narrative history of China from the earliest period covered in the archaeological record--approximately 2000 B.C.--through the 1990s. Also includes a section on China's geography, government, and population, as well as a time line, dynasty list, biographical sketches, a glossary, and a bibliographic essay.

Traces the history of Cuba, from its earliest days as a Spanish colony, through its wars for independence and the United States occupation in the twentieth century.