Mongolia

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Mongolia"--Provided by publisher.

Introduction	p. 5
Geography	p. 7
High, dry, and cold
The Gobi Desert
The Steppes
Rivers and lakes
Long, cold winters
The immortal blue sky
Distinctive fauna
Small-town Mongolia
History	p. 19
Nomadic tribes
The Mongol Empire
Sons of Genghis
The decline of the Mongols
God-King and divine plans
A revolution takes place
Communist Mongolia
Democratic changes
Government	p. 31
Reins of power
Local administration
Political upheaval
Independent and sovereign
Role of the army
Foreign relations
Economy	p. 39
Change in the 20th century
Animal husbandry and agriculture
Forestry and fishing
Mining
Energy
Light industry
Construction
Transportation and communications
Banking and financial services
Foreign trade
Workers
Tourism industry
The Mongolian Stock Exchange
Toward a market economy
Environment	p. 51
A fragile place
The pressure of progress
Desertification and deforestation
Water and air pollution
An action plan
Wildlife management
Mongolians	p. 63
Ethnic groups
A feudal society
Society is revolutionized
Colorful robes
Lifestyle	p. 71
The modern nomad
Five important animals
The ger
Role of women
Getting married in Mongolia
Health care
High literacy rate
Religion	p. 83
Buddhism
Monasteries
Shamanism
Folk beliefs
Islam and Christianity
Language	p. 91
Spoken language
Writing it down
Media
Mongolian names
Nonverbal language
Arts	p. 99
Bronze Age culture
Painting and sculpture
Literature
Architecture
Decorative arts
Song and dance
Leisure	p. 109
Three "manly" sports
Traditional games
Hunting
Leisure in the city
Modern sports
Folktales
Festivals	p. 117
New Year's Day
Naadam
Religious masked dance festival
Haircutting ceremony
Food	p. 125
Lamb is the best
White food
Milk tea
Map of Mongolia	p. 134
About the Economy	p. 135
About the Culture	p. 137
Time Line	p. 138
Glossary	p. 140
For Further Information	p. 141
Bibliography	p. 142
Index	p. 143
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