Finland. Modern World Nations |
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| Author:
| Allport, Alan
Wingfield, George
Gritzner, Charles F. |
| Series title: | Modern World Nations Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-281-30646-3 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2009 |
| Publisher: | Facts On File, Incorporated
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| Imprint: | Chelsea House |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $72.00 |
Book Description:
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Since Alfred the Great united England in the 9th century CE, this northwestern European country has played a prominent role in world affairs. From its early days as the world's leading naval power - which enabled it to spread its influence over an area larger than one-fourth of the world's surface - to the period when it served as the center of the Industrial Revolution, England has long been one of the world's most influential countries. Newly updated and featuring striking full-color...
More DescriptionSince Alfred the Great united England in the 9th century CE, this northwestern European country has played a prominent role in world affairs. From its early days as the world's leading naval power - which enabled it to spread its influence over an area larger than one-fourth of the world's surface - to the period when it served as the center of the Industrial Revolution, England has long been one of the world's most influential countries. Newly updated and featuring striking full-color photographs, maps, and other accessible study features, England is a detailed exploration of the people, culture, history, geography, environment, economy, and government of this enduring nation.