Nations in transition

Chronicles the history of the five Central Asian Republics, and explores daily life, politics, and the many challenges facing the nations since the decline of communism in Eastern Europe. Includes photographs, a chronology, and maps.

Addresses the political, social, and historical events that led to the upheaval within the nation of Iraq, and examines the Baath Party, Shiite and Kurdish opposition movements, economic crisis, and democratic transition.

Examines the history of Iran from ancient times to the present, life before and after the Islamic Revolution, the current state of affairs, and Iran's place in the world today.

Examines the political and social unrest that plagues North Korea, discussing how the country's oppressive regime has impacted its people, history, economy, and culture.

Chronicles the history of Mongolia, and explores daily life, politics, and the many challenges facing the country since the decline of communism in Eastern Europe. Includes photographs, a chronology, and maps.

Chronicles Taiwan's history and the social and economic changes it underwent between the 1960s and 1990s, discussing land reform, the growth of manufacturing, the end of martial law, and political reforms by Lee Teng-hui.

Discusses the history, conflict, people, and changes through modern day China.

Surveys the history, culture, and political and social changes of Bulgaria since the fall of communism in Eastern Europe and examines the country's economic stability since the return of Simeon II who became Prime Minister in 2001.

Describes life in Romania between 1989 and 2003, providing historical background and covering its government and politics, economy, foreign policy, arts and culture, daily life, and transitional issues to be resolved. Includes a chronology and further reading list.

Describes life in Croatia after the turbulence of the 1990s, providing historical background and covering its government, economy, religions, culture, daily life, cities, and transitional issues to be resolved. Includes a chronology and further reading list.