Part of the new Countries, Peoples & Cultures series from Salem Press, this title examines the western part of the European continent, as well as the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Iceland. It provides valuable insights into the cultural, social, economic, historical, and religious practices of the region. It also includes in-depth profiles of: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Vatican City.