Product Description: Kosovo’s declaration of independence in 2008 -- and the overt manipulation of this precedent by Russia in its war with Georgia and South Ossetia shortly afterwards -- has focused the world’s attention once again on the Balkans...read more

Product Description:     In this unique eyewitness record, James Pettifer gives a startling and evocative portrayal of the terror and fear in Kosova under the Miloševic regime. As a writer for the London Times, he witnessed major events spanning from the emergence of the Kosova Liberation Army in May 1996 to the massive refugee movements of 1998 and 1999...read more

The Macedonian Question has been at the heart of the Balkan crisis for most of this century. This book bringS together international experts to analyze the recent history of Macedonia since the breakup of Yugoslavia, and includes analyses of key issues in ethnic relations, politics, and recent history. (view table of contents)

Product Description: An unrivaled, comprehensive, up-to-date guide to the region, including invaluable advice about security and traveling conditions, where to stay and eat, communications and health, and local values and customs. 35 illustrations, color maps, 20 black-and-white maps. (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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Product Description: This personal travel book looks at Greece and the Greeks, ranging through history and politics. It is also an exploration of contemporary Greece, a picture of a changed society since the last generation. The essentials of language, landscape and culture are still present and the traditional patterns of Greek life in the family and community in many ways remain constant throughout the years of social change...read more

Product Description: Now emerging from its post-communist difficulties, Bulgaria's best-kept secrets include historic towns and villages, frescoed churches, and fine beaches unspoiled by development. This new guide offers a wealth of history, with practical information for tourist and business traveler alike...read more

Product Description: Situated between Greece on the south, the former Yugoslavia on the north and east, and the Adriatic Sea on the west, Albania is the country the world forgot. Throughout this century, Albania has been perceived as primitive and isolationist by its neighbors to the west...read more

This is a guide to Albania, a country about the same size as Wales, with a population of 3.5 million. The book looks at Albania's classical sites, Byzantine churches and Ottoman architecture, its landscapes, beaches, forests, mountains, wildlife and ethnic minorities. The guide offers practical advice for independent travellers, with up-to-date information for business visitors. (view table of contents)