This book introduces students to the people and the geography of Brunei. The country is filled with a variety of complex ecosystems and tropical rain forests. This book provides background information and suggested topics for an intensive study of the country. The three chapters are entitled: (1) "Introduction to Brunei"; (2) "Early History"; and (3) "Modern Brunei." Chapter 2 highlights early empires, European arrivals, Brunei in the Sixteenth Century, and the British presence. Chapter 3 covers World War 2, the road to independence, the Brunei rebellion, resolution of the Malaysia issue, and the reign of Southern Hassanal Bolkiah. Contains exercises, an answer key, and a 34-item bibliography. (BT)