Publisher's Synopsis
Provides a unique geographical analysis of the sweeping economic, social and Political changes now occurring in the 15 independent states that have emerged from the collapse of the USSR in late 1991. It considers the far reaching consequences of these changes in terms of political alignment, economic restructuring and territorial readjustment along with its enormous significance for Europe and the future of intemational relations more generally.;This book is completely new and up-to-date, using the latest statistical information; gives essential background information on the environment, resources, historical development and the ethnic characteristics of the region; links current changes to concepts of key concern to human geographers; places current developments in the long-term historical context.
