An informative series that looks at countries in a state of transformation and assesses the benefits as well as the challenges of change.

Rob Bowden is a development geographer who has taught international Environment and Development courses at the universities of Sussex and Brighton. He specialises in African issues and has written several children's books about the region. As well as writing, he runs an educational resourcing and consultancy company. He is a keen photographer and some of his images are used in his books. In 1999 his book 'Journey Through Africa' was highly commended by the Geographical Association and he has also been commended for his great contribution to education.

A Country of Many History Social Changes Political Changes Economic Changes Environmental Changes Changing Relationships Future Challenges Timeline Glossary Further information Index