Modern World Nations

Since the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948 by a United Nations mandate, the Middle East has been a flashpoint of conflict between the world's only Jewish state and the Palestinians, who lost their land because of the UN partition. This ready-reference volume explores the culture, geography, economy, and government of the state of Israel.

Since Fidel Castro staged a coup and assumed power of Cuba in 1959, the United States has been obsessed with this small island nation, only 90 miles south of the Florida Keys. But because of the country's isolation, the island and its people have remained a mystery. This revised edition of Cuba takes listeners through the country's storied history, its people, and what the future holds for this island nation.

‘The history of the twentieth century was dominated by the struggle against totalitarian systems of state power. The twenty-first will no doubt be marked by a struggle to curtail excessive corporate power.’ This landmark work of reportage exposed how a handful of fast-food giants came to...

Uncover the rise and fall of Andean empires in an immersive world history of indigenous resilience and global conquest. Perfect for deep-focus learning during a morning commute, this sweeping historical narrative transforms a seemingly remote landscape into the vibrant epicenter of international...

Experience the fierce political rivalries, palace coups, and sweeping revolutions that forged our complex modern world. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or seeking a thought-provoking escape into historical non-fiction, this gripping narrative transforms ancient facts into a...

Explore South Asian history from the ancient Indus Valley to a modern nuclear state shaped by conquest and resilience. Whether you are prepping for global travel or transforming a mundane daily commute into an educational journey, this sweeping narrative captures the dramatic evolution of a...

Explore the dramatic European history of a resilient nation forged in revolution and tested by great power politics. Perfect for an educational commute, this vivid narrative transforms complex geopolitical struggles into a gripping auditory experience. Listen as citizens and elites navigate...

This fascinating three-thousand-year history of the census traces the making of the modern survey and explores its political power in the age of big data and surveillance. In April 2020, the United States will embark on what has been called "the largest peacetime mobilization in American...

'Glenny does the sort of history I wish I had been taught at school' Jemima Lewis, The Telegraph Former BBC Central European correspondent Misha Glenny investigates the borders, stories and people of nine countries worldwide, and asks how they acquired the shape and character they have today...

Bloomsbury presents The Home We Build Together: Recreating Society by Jonathan Sacks, read by Daniel Epstein. Rabbi Sacks' thesis on the future of British society and the dangers facing liberal democracy. With a new foreword by Daniel Finkelstein. Arguing that global communications have...

Uncover the inspiring European history of how isolated forest tribes survived rival empires to build a Nordic powerhouse. Perfect for a focused commute, this atmospheric journey traces a stoic population navigating the icy landscapes of the north. Witness the ultimate underdog story of survival...

Witness the dramatic birth of a republic in this epic Asian history detailing the struggle for nation-building. Whether you need an engrossing listen for your daily commute or a thought-provoking deep dive into Southeast Asia, this sweeping narrative delivers. Traverse volcanic islands and...

Experience the historical clash where ancient Indigenous custodianship meets the relentless drive of nation-building. Perfect for your morning commute or a reflective listening session, this gripping narrative transforms how you view the continent. It seamlessly weaves deep time with frontier...