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Books in Discovering Our Heritage series

  • Zimbabwe: A Treasure of Africa

    Al Stark

    Library Binding (Dillon Pr, Jan. 1, 1986)
    Provides an incisive look at the people, geography, history, language, folklore, and industry of Zimbabwe and profiles the experiences of the nation's immigrants to the United States
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  • Mexico: Giant of the South

    Eileen Latell Smith

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, June 1, 1983)
    Presents the geography, education, traditions, social customs, and sports of Mexico, with a chapter on Mexican Americans. Includes a list of Mexican consulates in the United States and Canada and a glossary.
    Z
  • Greece: A Spirited Independence

    Diana Spyropulos

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, Sept. 1, 1990)
    Describes the history of civilization in Greece, its blend of religion and mythology, and how modern life there has been shaped by its past
    Z+
  • Pakistan: An Islamic Treasure

    Jabeen Yusufali

    Library Binding (Dillon Pr, May 1, 1990)
    Discusses the history, people, religions, food, cultural heritage, lifestyle, education, sports, industries, major cities, politics, historic sites, festivals, and holidays of Pakistan
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  • Sweden, a Good Life for All

    Kari Olsson

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, Feb. 1, 1983)
    Contemporary Swedish life, including its holidays, food, school life, customs, and games, as well as Swedish folklore, myths, and history, are examined
    X
  • Canada: Good Neighbor to the World

    Adam Bryant

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, Nov. 1, 1996)
    Discusses the people, geography, history, language, folklore, industry, and customs of Canada
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  • Australia: A Lucky Land

    Al Stark

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, Nov. 1, 1996)
    Describes the people, culture, geography, history, and customs of "the land down under"
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  • China: From Emperors to Communes

    Chris Filstrup, Janie Filstrup

    Library Binding (Dillon Pr, March 1, 1983)
    A multifaceted examination of the people and culture of China covers history, language and art, folklore, holidays, school life, recreational activities, and life on a modern commune
    Z+
  • Afghanistan: Fighting for Freedom

    Mir Tamim Ansary

    Library Binding (Dillon Pr, Nov. 1, 1991)
    A look at the politics, culture, geography, and history of Afghanistan
    Y
  • France: The Crossroads of Europe

    Susan Ronald, Susan Balerdi

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, April 1, 1984)
    A profile of the land and people of France discusses their language, food, holiday traditions, history, geography, industry, lifestyle, and contributions to American culture
    Z
  • Bangladesh: Rivers in a Crowded Land

    Vimala McClure

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, July 1, 1989)
    Describes the history, people, folklore, family life, food, schools, and sports of Bangladesh, as well as its immigrants to the United States
    X
  • Italy: Balanced on the Edge of Time

    Anthony Difranco

    Hardcover (Dillon Pr, Feb. 1, 1983)
    Presents Italian history, traditions, social life and customs, education, and sports, with a chapter on Italians in the United States. Includes a list of Italian consulates in the United States and Canada, and a glossary.
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