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Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger of Disappearing Stephen A. Wurm
Close to half of the 6,000 languages spoken in the world are doomed or likely to disappear in the foreseeable future. The disappearance of any language is an irreparable loss for the heritage of all humankind.
General History of Africa
One of UNESCO's most important publishing projects in the last thirty years, the General History of Africa marks a major breakthrough in the recognition of Africa's cultural heritage.
General History of Latin America
The General History of Latin America is a far-reaching intellectual project developed by UNESCO to provide the international academic community with the first history of the region written from a truly universal perspective.
General History of the Caribbean
This major six-volume project covers the historical experience of the peoples and societies of the Caribbean region from the earliest times to the present.
History of Civilizations of Central Asia
This six-volume History of Civilizations of Central Asia, published in English, is the first attempt to present a comprehensive picture of the cultures that flourished and vanished at the heart of the Eurasian area from the dawn of civilization to the present day.
History of Humanity
After almost fifteen years of intensive work, UNESCO presents an entirely revised and updated edition of this major work in seven volumes.
The Different Aspects of Islamic Culture
A world religion since its inception in the seventh century A.D., Islam is today seeking vigorous answers to contemporary problems through its multi-faceted history. Issues of poverty and wealth, inequality and demands for political expression, and respect for diversity in a difficult world of conformity are dealt with in this series.
World Culture Report UNESCO Culture sector
World Culture Report: Cultural Diversity, Conflict and Pluralism (2000)
Map of World Heritage Sites 08 Aug 2006 - 2006 World Heritage Map: UNESCO World Heritage Centre, National Geographic and Hewlett Packard (HP) Partnership.
The UNESCO Courier 09 Jun 2006 - Now a full fledged online publication, the UNESCO Courier compiles articles on UNESCO related themes, including photos, interviews and fact presenting features.
World Heritage Review 10 Oct 2005 - Published every three months in English, French and Spanish.
