Bøger i Arbitrary Borders serien

International in scope and analytical in approach, this series examines political demarcations that have occurred around the world. The policy of apartheid strengthened white supremacy under the regimes of Verwoerd (1958-1966), Vorster (1966-1978) and Botha (1978- 1989). The last apartheid laws were repealed in 1991. Age 15+.

For centuries, strategic Gibraltar, the massive limestone ""Rock"" was besieged by marauders and vanquishers. This title helps clarify the conflict for students, explaining how the failure of Spain's claim to set specific boundaries on land or at sea led to an unstable situation in which the border changed.

Historically, Yugoslav lands have been located in the ""fracture zone"" between East and West, Christianity and Islam, and have always been a focus of international rivalries. This book helps students understand how the location and accessibility of the lands of the South Slavs determined Yugoslavia's volatile history.

Series examines political demarcations around the world, exploring how migration of goods, resources & people works to undermine such borders. The Louisiana Territory was purchased in 1803, when the French unexpectedly offered it to U.S. envoys for USD15 million. This Louisiana Purchase doubled the area of the United States. Ages 15+.