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Kate Turner
National Geographic Countries of the World: Australia

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: National Geographic welcomes you to Australia, the only country that`s also a continent: Australia`s landscape varies from endless sun-baked horizons to dense tropical rainforest to chilly southern beaches.The Commonwealth of Australia is a constitutional monarchy and has a parliamentary system of government.Australia`s population has quadrupled since WWI, with most Australians descended from immigrants, the majority from Great Britain and Ireland.The indigenous population is also increasing, and perceived racial inequality is an ongoing political problem.With a robust internationally competitive economy, long-term concerns include pollution, particularly depletion of the ozone layer, and management and conservation of coastal areas, especially the Great Barrier Reef. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426300557
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Brian Williams
National Geographic Countries of the World: Canada (Countries of the World)

2007 y.
Publisher: —
Description: National Geographic invites young readers to look North?to the world`s second largest country. Learn how Canada boasts more lakes than any other country, and why its geological, climatic, and ecological variety make it a geographer`s wonderland. Look back to a time when timber, minerals, and fresh water reserves initially attracted settlers to this great wilderness. Learn the background of Canada`s formation in 1867 when three British colonies united to create a partially independent state of four provinces. Read how Canada achieved full independence in 1931. Experience a modern country self-sufficient in fossil fuels, whose rivers supply hydroelectric power to the big cities of Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. It`s here that you`ll meet most Canadians, with three-quarters of the population now living in such metropolitan areas. Within these cities, immigrants from all over the Earth have etched out their own communities, making Canadian society a modern mosaic of… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426300255
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Jen Green
National Geographic Countries of the World: Cuba (NG Countries of the World)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426300573
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Selina Wood
National Geographic Countries of the World: Egypt

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: National Geographic takes you to the ancient Land of the Pharaohs, where the shifting sands of time reveal one of history`s great civilizations - and a key player in present-day Middle Eastern politics. Meet the ancient Egyptians who long ago pioneered irrigation agriculture, literacy, urban development, international trade, and the science of power politics. Visit modern Egypt and experience an Arabic-speaking, Islamic country with a rich history that also incorporates Christian, Greco-Roman and indigenous influences. Learn how Egypt`s unique position between continents made it a vital hub of international trade, and how this land, which mainly lies in Africa, is uniquely connected to Asia by its easternmost point, the Sinai Peninsula. Let National Geographic give you the ultimate guide to the country`s ever-shifting desert terrain, which is divided in two by the mythical river Nile. Learn how the annual flood of this great river sustained a stable agricultural society in the… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426300271
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Henry Russell
National Geographic Countries of the World: Germany

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: Learn more about Germany, whose post-war recovery resulted in reunification. In the year after the opening of the Berlin Wall in November 1989, Western political and economic systems were introduced in the East, and two radically different societies began to merge. Germany was reunited on October 3, 1990, after decades of division.Germany`s scenic beauty includes Alpine mountain regions, the famous Rhine and Danube rivers, and the Black Forest. Acid rain, from sulfur dioxide emissions, now threatens Germany`s old-growth forests. [detailed...]

ISBN: 142630059X
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A. Kamala Dalal
National Geographic Countries of the World: India

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: Discover India`s rich tapestry of cultures and religions. See why India is now a world leader in technology. Visit the Ganges — spiritual artery of the nation. Learn about the animals that are sacred in India. Visit the Taj Mahal and discover its romantic origins. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426301278
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Leon Gray
National Geographic Countries of the World: Iran (NG Countries of the World)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302002
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Charlie Samuels
National Geographic Countries of the World: Iraq

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: All American students need to know about the land known historically as Mesopotamia, or the `Cradle of Civilization.` Mesopotamia`s Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian civilizations produced much of the world`s earliest writing, science, mathematics, legal systems and philosophy. The Republic of Iraq was established in 1919 and granted independence in 1932. Iraq`s complex history took a new turn with the US-led invasion in 2003. The country`s oil provides about 95% of its foreign exchange earnings. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426300611
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Charles Phillips
National Geographic Countries of the World: Japan (Countries of the World)

2007 y.
Publisher: —
Description: National Geographic requests the pleasure of your company on a journey to the faraway island nation of `Nippon.` Japan`s name means `origin of the sun` (often translated as Land of the Rising Sun)?a term born of Japan`s location to the east of the ancient empires of China. Take a trip through history to discover the influence that the Chinese exerted on their island neighbors throughout antiquity. Enjoy the scenic island landscape, richly celebrated in Japanese art and literature. Scale the heights and get to know the hilly topography?mountains cover over 75 percent of Japan`s landscape. Visit the National Parks that now preserve the country`s treasured natural heritage. Meet Japan`s industrious people, mainly plains and lowland dwellers. Visit the teeming cities on the river deltas and coastlines, which are among the most populous places on the planet. Follow the remarkable rise of Japan`s modern economy, based mainly on the manufacture of high-quality, high-tech… [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426300298
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Bridget Giles
National Geographic Countries of the World: Nigeria (Countries of the World)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426301243
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Anita Croy
National Geographic Countries of the World: Peru (Countries of the World)

2007 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Let the experts at National Geographic act as your guides to Peru, land of stunning beauty and endless contrast. Look and learn in wonder at the diversity of landscape within this surprising country: barren deserts, green oases, snowcapped peaks, high windswept plateaus, and deep valleys. Encounter the endless array of fauna and flora that thrives within these ecologically and climatically diverse regions: the animals and plants of the coastal regions, the offshore islands, the coastal plains, and the sierra. Learn of the country`s rich yet divisive history, how Peru was once the center of a powerful and extensive empire ruled by the Inca. Peer over the shoulders of experts on Peruvian archaeological sites and examine the treasures that yield the secrets of the Inca, one of history`s most advanced civilizations. Learn how the Spanish conquered Peru in the 16th century, coveting its rich resources of precious metals, and how centuries of colonization would later leave a… [detailed...]

ISBN: 142630031X
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Virginia Mace
National Geographic Countries of the World: South Africa (NG Countries of the World)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302037
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Tom Jackson
National Geographic Countries of the World: South Korea

2007 y.
Publisher: National Geographic Children`s Books
Description: Discover one of the world`s political hotspots. Learn about South Korea`s amazing economic history. See the effects of Typhoon Maemi. Meet Kim Dae-Jung, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426301251
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Zilah Deckker
National Geographic Countries of the World:Poland (NG Countries of the World)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302010
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Anita Croy
National Geographic Investigates Ancient Pueblo: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of America`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426301308
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Zilah Deckker
National Geographic Investigates Ancient Rome: Archaeolology Unlocks the Secrets of Rome`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426301286
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Zilah Deckker
National Geographic Investigates Ancient Rome: Archaeolology Unlocks the Secrets of Rome`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426301294
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Victoria Sherrow
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Africa: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of Africa`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 0079225399
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Victoria Sherrow
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Africa: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of Africa`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 0792253841
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Tim Cooke
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Aztec (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426300727
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Tim Cooke
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Aztec (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426300735
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Jen Green
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Celts: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of the Celts` Past (NG Investigates)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302258
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Anita Dalal
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient India: Archaelogy Unlocks the Secrets of India`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 1426300719
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Beth Gruber
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Iraq (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 0792253833
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Beth Gruber
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Iraq: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of Iraq`s Past (NG Investigates)

2007 y.
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ISBN: 0792253825
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Nathaniel Harris
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Maya: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of the Maya`s Past (NG Investigates)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302274
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Nathaniel Harris
National Geographic Investigates: Ancient Maya: Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of the Maya`s Past (NG Investigates)

2008 y.
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ISBN: 1426302282
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Kathleen Simpson
National Geographic Investigates: The Human Brain: Inside Your Body`s Control Room (National Geographic Investigates Science)

2009 y.
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Description: The Human Brain aligns young readers with top scientists, doctors, and researchers from around the world in the field of neurobiology.The amazing abilities of the human brain are endlessly fascinating to kids. How do we think? How do we remember? How does our brain work with the senses to enable us to experience the world around us? What happens when a person’s brain is injured, and what can be done to help fix it? This book puts readers right beside the brain researchers and doctors who are constantly seeking answers to these questions.The book introduces young readers to the inspiring men and women who are making incredible advances in the world of brain science. The informed, educational text and insightful illustrations help them understand all the latest developments in this exciting field of human science. [detailed...]

ISBN: 142630420X
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Kathleen Simpson
National Geographic Investigates: The Human Brain: Inside Your Body`s Control Room (National Geographic Investigates Science)

2009 y.
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Description: The Human Brain aligns young readers with top scientists, doctors, and researchers from around the world in the field of neurobiology.The amazing abilities of the human brain are endlessly fascinating to kids. How do we think? How do we remember? How does our brain work with the senses to enable us to experience the world around us? What happens when a person’s brain is injured, and what can be done to help fix it? This book puts readers right beside the brain researchers and doctors who are constantly seeking answers to these questions.The book introduces young readers to the inspiring men and women who are making incredible advances in the world of brain science. The informed, educational text and insightful illustrations help them understand all the latest developments in this exciting field of human science. [detailed...]

ISBN: 1426304218
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Leah Bendavid Val
National Geographic MOMENTS: FAMILIES (National Geographic Moments)

2003 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Book DescriptionComprised of photographs of families from around the world and throughout the last century, Families is the ultimate family album. This touching volume embraces various cultures and traditions, and presents interactions with loved ones that are at once foreign and universal, nostalgic and humorous, poignant and joyful. With photographs that date back to the 1890s and span the globe, this collection is a true celebration of human togetherness. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0792261720
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Leah Bendavid Val
National Geographic MOMENTS: GARDENS (National Geographic Moments)

2003 y.
Publisher: —
Description: Book DescriptionFrom delicate early 20th century full-color photographs culled from National Geographic?s Autochrome collection of glass plates to modern shots taken by acclaimed landscape photographer Sam Abell, Gardens captures the beauty of flora, and the creativity and dedication of gardeners through the years. Presenting gorgeous landscapes from far-off places to some of America?s most beautiful backyards, Gardens is the ultimate tribute to this past century?s finest and most fascinating gardens. [detailed...]

ISBN: 0792261747
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