Books with author Keith%20Lye

This revised edition of Firefly World Factbook is arranged in alphabetical order by country and features the following: Concise, cross-referenced articles on geography, climate, vegetation, economy, history and politics Color annotated maps showing principal cities, roads, railroads, and border crossings Locator maps showing countries within their region National flags and stamps, with origins explained Climate graphs for major cities in each country Updated, at-a-glance charts showing area, population, capital city, government, ethnic groups, languages, religions and currency. Special sidebars, "Did You Know," offer interesting and intriguing facts. For example, Icelanders do not have family names and are properly addressed by their first names; Panama hats are made in Ecuador, not Panama; and Germany was the first country to build freeways. Firefly World Factbook is a ready resource of information for the home or office.

A handy A-Z reference guide to countries around the world. The Firefly World Factbook features concise articles, at-a-glance charts and colorful maps for all the countries in the world. A simple locator map shows the position of each country within its region, and the national flag is illustrated with an explanation of its origins. Arranged in alphabetical order by country, the Firefly World Factbook is a pocket-sized reference that offers immediate data about a nation's climate, vegetation, history, current politics, and economy. Up-to-date statistics are presented in reference tables that include such facts as: Country's size and population Type of government Ethnic groups and languages Religion and currency Did You Know sidebars offer interesting or intriguing facts. For instance, northern Europe's Latvian language is related to Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language. Color annotated maps feature principle cities, roads, railways and border crossings. Firefly World Factbook is an indispensable guide for the curious -- from students to travelers to researchers.

This book is one of a series which provides an illustrated introduction to different countries of the world. The books highlight the distinctive features of each country, enabling children to compare and contrast their lives with those of other lands and cultures. They also explain some of the social, economic and environmental issues facing each country today. This volume is concerned with life in West Germany, discussing its recent turbulent past as well as the present political situation. Also examined are the main activities in industry and agriculture, the variations in scenery, the wildlife and the resources of the country. The day-to-day life of West Germans is examined with information regarding religion, shopping and food, customs and festivals, education and sport and family life. Finally the author looks at current issues in West Germany with particular regard to environmental problems, pollution, and West Germany's position in Europe. The text is accompanied by a glossary, a further reading list and an index. Barbara Einhorn is a writer, researcher and part-time Polytechnic lecturer in German. She is the author of a number of children's books, including "Living in Berlin" (Macdonald) and "Let's Discuss Women's Rights" (Wayland).