John Perritano
1) Australia
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Indigenous peoples, British settlers, recent immigrant groups: Australia's past-along with the vast continent it occupies-gives the country its unique character. The astounding beauty of the Great Barrier Reef; the Outback still home to many aborigines; the native instrument called the didgeridoo; world-class cities such as Melbourne and Sydney-these highlights and more are celebrated in this volume on Australia's customs and culture. Covering history...
2) South Africa
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
This volume explores South Africa's customs and culture.
3) Brazil
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Its indigenous peoples, African influences, and colonial history give Brazil a unique cultural flare. The subtle flavors of Bahia and the robust pleasures of barbecue; the gritty favelas of Rio and the sandy beaches of Copacabana; samba music and Carnival celebrations these sites, sounds, and traditions are all celebrated in this volume on Brazil s customs and culture. Covering history and religion; family and friends; food and drink; school and work;...
4) China
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Rooted in millennia of history but moving to the contemporary beat of globalization, Chinese society is marked both by tradition and rapid change. The urban bustle of cities like Shanghai and Beijing; the Great Wall of China and temples to Confucius; rice balls, ramen, and chopsticks; the Lantern Festival, tai chi, and ping pong China s new and old worlds are both celebrated in this volume on the country s customs and culture. Covering history and...
Author
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Examines events leading up to the American Revolution, including the French and Indian War, the Stamp Act, the Intolerable Acts, the Boston Massacre, and the Boston Tea Party. Primary source accounts represent different perspectives and shed light on social, political, and economical causes of the American Revolution.
12) Big book of when
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
TIME FOR KIDS new Big Book of When, the newest release from the hugely successful Big Book Series, is a riveting new resource for younger curious readers. This engaging and instructive book presents kids with answers to the kinds of intriguing questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity about when the most important events in history happened. Colorful graphs, spectacular photos, and clear, engaging timelines help answer a myriad of questions....
Author
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Explores the outcomes of the American Revolution, including how the independent states formed governments based on the very principles for which they had fought. The book also examines the legacy of the American Revolution and how it influenced others against oppressive power or colonial systems in France, Latin America, and Asia.
18) Germany
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Introduces Germany's culture and customs, discussing the nation's history, religion, family structure, cuisine, educational system, industries, arts and entertainment, and physical and social geography.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
It takes a special kind of bravery to face down a live bomb . . . but the people in this book demonstrate that courage every time they go to work. Experts on bomb squads around the world face new dangers every day. Inside, read how they stay ahead of the bombers and how they train their minds and bodies to handle the stress of disarming explosive devices. Adventure, courage, talent . . . and service-they can all be found in the stories of brave men...
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