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41) Mozambique
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"Mozambique's history is filled with conquest and war. However, today, it's carving out its own place in the world, with its own unique culture. Readers get a taste of this culture through informative and engaging main text and sidebars that add essential details to the story of this African nation. Helpful maps supplement explorations of the country's geography and economy, and easy-to-follow recipes allow readers to bring what they've learned into...
42) Greenland
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"Did you know that Greenland is actually part of the Kingdom of Denmark? Readers discover this and other fun facts about the world's largest island as they explore the history, geography, and culture of Greenland. Focused chapters present up-to-date information about Greenland's government, economy, arts scene, holidays, and much more. Even the cuisine of Greenland is highlighted, with recipes that encourage a hands-on approach to learning. Featuring...
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"The story of Bosnia and Herzegovina is full of conflict and challenges, but it's also full of rich traditions and people who are proud of their heritage. This complex story is told in a comprehensive way, through detailed main text filled with the most up-to-date information, helpful maps, informative sidebars, and full-color photographs of this country and its people. As readers discover the geographic, economic, political, religious, and even culinary...
44) Oman
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""Ahlaan bikum fi eamman"-Welcome to Oman, a country of contrasts. Located on the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East, Oman straddles the old and the new, the traditional with the modern. Camels and horses vie with cars and buses for room on the roads. Mosques made for worshippers share the land with motels made for tourists. Multiple cups of kahwa, or coffee mixed with cardamom, are served daily, alongside countless cans of Mountain Dew, both competing...
45) Virginia
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Presents the history, geography, economy, people, plants, and animals of Virginia.
46) New Jersey
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Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of New Jersey as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
48) Delaware
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Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Delaware as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
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"As a curious little chipmunk leaves his nest to greet the twilight, he gazes at the glittering sky above him. He can't help but also notice the sparkling dewdrops on a spider's web, the lights of the fireflies, and the shimmers of moonlight on the water. 'How I wonder what you are!' marvels the tiny creature, launching a dreamlike quest to reach for the stars."--Amazon.com.
55) The Nez Perce
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"Provides comprehensive information on the background, lifestyle, beliefs, and present-day lives of the Nez Perce People"--Provided by publisher.
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Present readers with a comprehensive look at the geography, history, people, economy, and government of the commonwealth nicknamed the Mother of Presidents. Native American and African American contributions to Virginia are celebrated, and eye-catching sidebars offer a sampling of the special flora and fauna, cutting-edge technology, and cultural attractions that have helped to shape the character of Old Dominion.
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"On December 7, 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the Constitution. Since then, Delaware has been a leader in politics and business. Delaware's residents are proud of all their state has to offer, especially their rich farmlands, thriving cities, and scenic waterways. Through striking photographs, informative maps, and high-interest text, this volume helps readers to celebrate the state's history, people, and government" --
58) Iowa
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"Surveys the history, geography, economy, and people of Iowa"--Provided by publisher.