The World in Focus series provides an up-to-date view of individual countries around the world. Including discussion of the major challenges facing each country now and in the future. These books give a real insight into life in every part of the globe. The United Kingdom is one of the world's wealthiest countries, playing a highly significant role in global affairs. The country's diverse history of invasion and settlement, together with successive waves of immigrants has left its mark on British culture, language and beliefs. As the United Kingdom looks to the future it faces a number of challenges including regional economic disparities and inter-community tensions.
- ISBN10 0750246936
- ISBN13 9780750246934
- Publish Date 13 November 2008
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 12 October 2010
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Hodder Wayland
- Format Paperback
- Pages 64
- Language English