Discusses the geography, history, ethnography, resources, politics, and future of this Baltic country, annexed by the Soviet Union in 1940 and independent once again in 1991.

Discusses the topography, location, ethnic mixture, history, economic activities, and future of the former Soviet republic of Azerbaijan.

Discusses the geography, history, politics, economics, and ecology of the former Soviet republic Georgia.

Discusses the history, geography, ethnic mixture, politics, economy, and future of the former Soviet republic of Moldova.

Examines the history, geography, ethnic mixture, politics, economy, and future of the former Soviet republic of the Ukraine.

Dorchester County's special blend of past and present, treasured by locals, appeals also to visitors from all walks of life. Presidents Franklin Roosevelt, Harry Truman, and Jimmy Carter, performers Annie Oakley, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Ella Fitzgerald, and Pulitzer Prize-winning authors James Michener and Richard Ben Cramer all enjoyed sojourning here. Dorchester County is surrounded almost entirely by scenic waters: the Choptank and Nanticoke Rivers,...

Chronicles the life and work of Amy Carmichael, whose faith and determination helped her defy the barriers of India's caste system and bring God's word to others.

A biography of the Scottish missionary and runner who won a gold medal in the 1924 Olympics and went on to do missionary work in China.

Hudson survived his perilous maiden voyage to his beloved China. With his heart set in determined obedience to God, and trusting the provision of the One who had called, Hudson overcame persecution and almost overwhelming personal losses to bring to bring God's truth to the "ripe harvest fields" of China. Today, Hudson Taylor's story continues to challenge and inspire believers young and old to carry the anchoring gospel message, regardless of personal...