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The 1960's: War Within a War, Vietnam and the Cold War
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent, Jan. 16, 2004)Presents a detailed history of Vietnam, through the years of French occupation and defeat, the subsequent conflict with the United States, and the final reunification of North and South under the Communists.
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Brazil
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Jan. 1, 2000)Examines the land, people, and history of Brazil and discusses its current state of affairs and place in the world today
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Judaism
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, Dec. 14, 2001)Discusses the historical origins, teachings, practices, persecution, spread, and challenges of Judaism.
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The World Trade Center
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent, April 5, 2002)The World Trade Center remained the tallest skyscraper in the "city of skyscrapers" until it was destroyed in a terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. An important symbol of American achievement and confidence in the future when it transformed the Manhattan skyline in the 1970's, it remains a symbol today, although a transformed one whose meaning, like the nation's future, has yet to be completely redefined. (20020401)
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Afganistan
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, May 7, 2002)Discusses the people, land, culture, history, and future of the nation of Afghanistan.
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Ethiopia
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 1, 2000)Discusses the history, geography, climate, government, culture, people, and modern aspects of Ethiopia.
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The Ukraine
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, July 12, 2002)Discusses the economic, political, and social challenges Ukraine continues to face since the collapse of the Soviet Union and the formation of new nations, and describes the culture and daily life of the Ukrainian people.
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The Jewish Americans
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, April 19, 2004)Discusses the history of Jewish immigration to America; the social, political, and economic conditions they faced; religious issues; and Jews in modern America.
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Life in Moscow
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 1, 2000)Describes life in Moscow since the fall of communism in 1990, including information on transportation, city sights, economic conditions, home life, education, employment, crime, recreation, and cultural activities.
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France
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, April 5, 2002)This subset of the < I>Overview Series< /I> profiles modern nations of the world, from the most ancient, such as Egypt, to the most recent, such as the former nations of the Soviet Union. Each title presents a broad, comprehensive overview of the nation, including history, geography, and culture. Also included are textual sidebars that provide focused information, a detailed chronology of events, national statistics, bibliographies and a thorough index.
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Poland
Laurel Corona
Library Binding (Lucent Books, May 1, 2000)A discussion of Poland including its history, struggle for sovereignty, Nazi and Communist rule, cultural heritage, and modern day life.
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The Russian Federation
Laurel Corona
Hardcover (Lucent, April 3, 2001)Describes the economic, political, and social challenges the former Soviet republics continue to face since the collapse of the Soviet Union and the formation of new nations, and describes the culture and daily lives of the people.
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