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  • Iraq

    Susan Hassig, Laith Muhmood, Yong Lin, Debbie Nevins

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Provides information about Iraq, including the nation's geography, history, government, people, religion, language, and food.

  • Somalia

    Susan M Hassig, Zawiah Abdul Latif, Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Provides information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, people, religion, and culture of Somalia.
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  • Romania

    Sean Sheehan, Debbie Nevins

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Romania.
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  • Ukraine

    Volodymyr Bassis, Sakina Dhilawala, Debbie Nevins

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Ukraine is a country with a vibrant and at times troubling past. This book explores the origins of Ukraine, its triumphs and struggles, and examines what its like to live there today. From its geography to its economy, its language to its festivals, this book gives a current and comprehensive overview of Ukraine.
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  • Morocco

    Pat Seward, Lexicographer and Author of Language Reference Books Orin Hargraves, Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Aug. 15, 2016)
    Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, government, economy, peoples, religion, food, and culture of Morocco.
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  • Culture and Customs of the Apache Indians

    Veronica E. Verlade Tiller

    Hardcover (Greenwood, Dec. 16, 2010)
    Written for high school students and general readers alike, this insightful treatment links the storied past of various Apache tribes with their life in contemporary times.Written for high school students and general readers alike, Culture and Customs of the Apache Indians links the storied past of the Apaches with contemporary times. It covers modern-day Apache culture and customs for all eight tribes in Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma since the end of the Apache wars in the 1880s. Highlighting tribal religion, government, social customs, lifestyle, and family structures, as well as arts, music, dance, and contemporary issues, the book helps readers understand Apaches today, countering stereotypes based on the 18th- and 19th-century views created by the popular media. It demonstrates that Apache communities are contributing members of society and that, while their culture and customs are based on traditional ways, they live and work in the modern world.• Takes an in-depth look at the Apache language today• Discusses modern-day Apache artists, writers, musicians, and tribal leaders• Contains an assortment of historical and modern photographs as well as charts and illustrations• Provides a chronology of major historical events

  • Nepal

    J Burbank, Jon Burbank

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Oct. 1, 2002)
    Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, religion, language, and culture of Nepal, a predominantly Hindu country located north of India, and includes several recipes.

  • Ireland

    Patricia Levy

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Oct. 1, 2004)
    Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Ireland.
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  • Nicaragua

    Jennifer Kott, Kristi Streiffert, Debbie Nevins

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Explores the history, government, geography, economy, food, religion, arts, and culture of Nicaragua.
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  • Saudi Arabia

    Hunt Janin, Margaret Besheer

    Hardcover (Cavendish Square Publishing, May 1, 2003)
    Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Saudi Arabia.
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  • Nepal

    E C Gofen, Josie Elias, Jon Burbank

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, religion, language, and culture of Nepal.

  • Benin

    Martha Kneib

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Jan. 7, 2007)
    "Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Benin"--Provided by publisher.
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