"Europe might be the second-smallest continent on Earth, but it's home to more than 50 countries. This book encourages readers to explore the major historical events, movements, and people who have shaped this varied, complex region. European government history is surveyed, including the first democracy in ancient Greece, medieval monarchies, and the formation of the European Union. Fact-filled sidebars, primary sources, and exciting photographs will...

"China has the largest population of any country in the world, and it's just one of the . . . countries included in the region of East and Southeast Asia. From ancient dynasties to colonial powers, this book explores the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped this region. Readers will learn about what it means to be a citizen of the countries in this region, and how that compares and contrasts to citizenship in other areas of the...

"Southwest Asia and North Africa make up the multicultural, rich region we know as the Middle East. One of the most linguistically diverse regions of the world, with more than 60 languages spoken, the Middle East is home to many different cultures, traditions, and governments. This book explores the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped the region of Southwest Asia and North Africa" --Provided by publisher.

"From the ancient civilizations that built the marvelous ruins of Machu Picchu to the inspirational Latinos on today's world stage, Latin America has a dynamic, complex, and rich history. This book explores the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped the region and its governments, including the ancient Incas, conquistadors, African slaves, and leaders of rebellion" -- Publisher's website.

"South Asia might be a relatively small region, but it is home to more than one-fifth of the world's population. Over time, different ethnic groups, religions, colonialism, and trade have shaped the region. Readers will journey through history to take a close look at the distinctive governments of this region, and how they've changed over time. Explored are the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped the region"--Provided by publisher....

Highlights the geography, government, cities, currency, people, customs, and culture that make Ireland unique in an increasingly globalized world.

Highlights the geography, government, cities, currency, people, customs, and culture that make India unique in an increasingly globalized world.

Highlights the geography, government, cities, currency, people, customs, and culture that make France unique in an increasingly globalized world.

"Readers are presented with an overview of Kenya's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research"-- Publisher description.

Highlights the geography, government, cities, currency, people, customs, and culture that make Russia unique in an increasingly globalized world.