Introduces the geography, history, government, economy, religion, language, arts, leisure activities, festivals, food, and people of this archipelago lying in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida.

Children can try their hand at re-creating ancient Israelite culture along with the cultures of their neighbors, the Philistines and Phoenicians in a way that will provide perspective on current events. The book covers a key period from the Israelites settlement in Canaan in 1200 B.C.E. to their return from exile in Babylonia in 538 B.C.E. This part of the Middle East no larger than modern-day Michigan was the birthplace of Judaism, Christianity,...

"Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Cuba"--Provided by publisher.

Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Nicaraguans -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food -- Map of Nicaragua. "Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Nicaragua"--Provided by publisher.

"The nation of Azerbaijan combines rich historical tradition with a modern mindset. As a former part of the Soviet Union, it has had to forge its own path in the 21st century, and readers explore the successes and setbacks along the way in this informative and engaging guide. The detailed text and enlightening sidebars highlight political, cultural, geographical, and economic facts about Azerbaijan, and full-color photographs of this country's landscapes...

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

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

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

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