by: Gideon Defoe

This is a book of quick hits about countries that no longer exist. Each of the 48 countries is given a map, drawing of their flag (if they had one) and goes on for just 3 or 4 pages. Really its about the stories. Defoe writes the stories of how these countries came to be and what it killed them in an entertaining way.

Its a short, fun read and sparked some interest in some of the figures presented.

248 Pages

3.5/5