Bøger i Nations in Transition serien

This work explores the history and lifestyle of a society that has long fascinated the Western world. It offers a study of various political, economic, social, and cultural changes Mongolians have endured over the past 800 years. A resource for both student and general readers.

Since the last edition, the political and economic situation in Russia has changed significantly; this third edition covers recent and past events. Looking at a country that was one of thesuperpowers in the cold war, this volume explores the history, social conditions, environmental problems, and political and economic changes in Russia.