This authoritative and definitive work on Sudan captures and engages with all aspects of Africa’s largest country, from its roots in ancient Nubia and elsewhere to its modern economy, current development and future possibilities. Illustrated throughout. 890pp, UK . KEGAN PAUL INTERNATIONAL.

Sudan is an emerging destination for adventurous travellers, and this new Bradt guide illustrates why it is such a compelling country to visit in its own right. Africa's largest nation, its varied land features include the Nubian desert, Nile plains and several mountain ranges, whilst the fascinating city of Khartoum is a cultural melting pot that reflects its Egyptian, Islamic and black African heritage. Sudan also has more pyramids than Egypt! This first dedicated guide to Sudan will satisfy the needs of aid workers, eco travellers, and those with interests as diverse in topics as archaeology, travel photography, hiking and diving. Featured areas include: Archaeological sites along the Nile, including pyramid dynasties of Meroe; up to date information on security, visas and border crossings; Sudans civil war in context, and information for charity workers. Extensively illustrated in colour throughout. Index, bib, map, 262pp, UK . BRADT PUBLICATIONS, 1841621145

'An illuminating glimpse of an incredible nation.' (Wanderlust) Sudan sprawls over one million square miles. More than 350 languages, sets of customs and artistic traditions combine to form the ethnic patchwork of modern Sudan. Imagine such diversity: the encroaching Sahara meets the rainforests of the south across the grassy Sea of Gazelles. The Nile and its tributaries flow through hills, swamp, grassy plain and desert, promising agricultural bounty. Newly exploited oil fields add to the mineral treasures of gold and chrome. The 47-year-old civil war, coupled with transportation challenges and travel restrictions, has prevented anyone from capturing the whole of Sudan in photographs. Now, with the co-operation and support of both the government of Sudan and the Southern Peoples Liberation Movement, comes this book of historic impor-tance and wide fascination. Photographs by Michael Freeman, with essays by Timothy Carney and Victoria Butler. Foreword by Jimmy Carter. 305 col illus, 336pp, UK. THAMES & HUDSON.

2005 0500512574 Hardback