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In the course of a few years, Pakistan assumed strategic importance on the world stage, acting as both a linchpin in the global war on terrorism and a 'swing' state in the ideological conflict between democracy and dictatorship, and between Islamic and secular rule. How did this poor country come to occupy such a position?

Cover the developments in Mexico. This title includes: Mexico's pre-Columbian civilizations as well as contemporary indigenous cultures; The environment; North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); and, The war on the drug cartels.

Introduces readers to the dramatic events, notable people, and special customs and traditions that have shaped many of the world's countries. This series touches on factors as diverse as the development of the economy to the role of women in society to changes in the political landscape.