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Libya is an ancient country marked by expanses of desert inland and miles of sandy beaches along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. This book delves into Libya's colorful history, development, economy, and environment, and its place in the world today. All books of the critically-acclaimed... Read Full Overview

Libya is an ancient country marked by expanses of desert inland and miles of sandy beaches along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Libya was occupied by Rome at the height of its empire and by Turkey, with the help of the Barbary Pirates, in the sixteenth century. These invaders... Read Full Overview

Libya is an ancient country marked by expanses of desert inland and miles of sandy beaches along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. This book delves into Libya's colorful history, development, economy, and environment, and its place in the world today. All books of the critically-acclaimed... Read Full Overview

Life in Libya is complex. The people who live in this North African nation have faced social and political strife, but they have also found ways to continue the development of their rich culture--from the art they create to the holidays they celebrate. Readers discover the geographical,... Read Full Overview

Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of Libya.