An informative look at this important European country. An ideal source of information for geography classes and country reports. Valuable case studies cover topics such as culture of the Pays Basque, environmental pressure on Camargue, and tourism in French Alps.

An informative look at this traditional yet modernized Asian country. An ideal source of information for geography classes and country reports. Valuable case studies cover topics such as the Kobe earthquake, foreign-based technology companies with plants in Japan, and the increase in tourism.

An informative look at this important East African country. An ideal source of information for geography classes and country reports. Valuable case studies cover topics such as the Turkwel Gorge Dam, devastating spread of AIDS, Marich Pass eco-tourism project. Graphs, charts and statistics.

Italy provides an insightful and up-to-date guide to a country that has been at the forefront of European economic and political unification. Informative sections examine the landscape and climate; Italy's resources, climate, and infrastructure; the people and environment of Italy; and challenges for the future.

Mexico offers a highly readable, up-to-date survey of this North American country. Chapters examine Mexico's landscape and climate, natural resources, the people of Mexico, daily life, economy, and environment.

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, the

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, the

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, the

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, the

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, the