Global History of the Developing World

<p><em>A Global History of the Developing World</em> takes a sweeping look at the historical foundations of the problems of developing world society. Encompassing Asia Latin America and Africa the book centralizes the struggle for self-determination in an attempt to understand how the current nation-states have been formed and what their future may hold. Although concentrating on the modern era its scope is broad: it covers geography ancient and modern history economics politics and recent events.</p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Including detailed profiles of key figures as well as maps and illustrations <em>A Global History of the Developing World</em> vividly illustrates the culture personalities and histories of a key subject area. A perfect introduction for all students interested in the developing world in a historical context.</p>