Modern nations of the world

Discusses the Iraqi people and culture; Iraq as the "cradle of civilization"; Western influence; problems facing modern Iraq.

Discusses the history, geography, culture, and current state of South Korea, a land of both tradition and modern development.

Examines the land, people, and history of Thailand and discusses its current state of affairs and place in the world today.

Provides an overview of Taiwan, discussing the history, land, and people of the nation; and includes facts and anecdotes, a chronology, statistics, bibliographies, and an index.

Examines the land, people, history, and culture of Sweden and discusses its current state of affairs and place in the world today.

Discusses the geography, climate, population, plants and animals, history, religion, culture, and future of Pakistan.

Discusses the development of Iran from prehistoric times, its geography, governments, religious beliefs, culture, social changes, and modern problems.

Discusses Scotland, its land, people, monarchy, history, politics, present day issues, and popular culture.

A discussion of Poland including its history, struggle for sovereignty, Nazi and Communist rule, cultural heritage, and modern day life.

Discusses Norway including its history, people, arts and entertainment, and future.