Learn about the people and cities that have emerged over thousands of years in China’s ancient and complex society.
People and Cities (China: Land, Life, And Culture)
Nonfiction
Nonfiction genre
Sudan (Global Hotspots)
Always in the news — A divided nation — Rebellion against the Egyptians — Egyptian and British control — Independence — First civil war — Peace with the south — Second civil war — A base for terrorism — A new peace agreement — Violence in Darfur — Reign of terror — Prospects for peace.
Georgia (Cultures Of The World)
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, lifestyle, religion, language, arts, leisure, festivals, and food of a Caucasian republic with a turbulent past.
Iran (Global Hotspots)
Introduces Iran, discussing its history, the Islamic government which currently controls the country, and the turbulent relationship the country has with the Western powers over its support of terrorism and its development of nuclear power.
Iraq (Global Hotspots)
Introduces Iraq, discussing its history, the wars and political conflicts of the twentieth century, invasion by foreign powers, and the ethnic and religious divisions that contribute to its current instability.
The Palace (Life In The Medieval Muslim World)
Presents a social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the upper echelons of society.
Hinduism (Religions Of The World)
Hinduism is at least five thousand years old. It is the oldest religion still practiced today. Hinduism began in India and is still India’s main religion. Hidus believe that people are reincarnated after they die. Hindus believe the way they behave in this life will affect the way they live in the next. The aim of Hinduism is to lead such a good lie that they can escape the cycle of reincarnation and go to heave.
Madagascar (Cultures Of The World)
Introduces the geography, history, religious beliefs, government, and people of Madagascar.
Solving the Mysteries of Ancient Rome (Digging into History)
Discusses important archaeological finds from Rome and reveals how archaeologists use the latest technology to discover clues to its ancient civilization.
The Countryside (Life In The Medieval Muslim World)
A social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the desert and countryside.