After years of unemployment and crushing inflation, Russians are looking to the future with hope of a new prosperity. This colorful revised edition takes a look at the new middle class and how the culture has been changing since the country
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The Food of Greece
This book offers students an introduction to the rich and diverse foods found around the world.
The Food of Italy
This book explores the culture, traditions, and festivals of Italy through its food.
The Food of Mexico
Explore the flavor and culture of this colorful country in The Food of Mexico. What better way to study a country than through its geography, history, regions, customs, and celebrations as they relate to food. Dig right in by trying out one of the delicious recipes inside. Studying world cultures has never been so tasty!
The Cooking of India
This book introduces the different culinary regions of India and presents many kinds of recipes for traditional Indian dishes.
The Cooking of Mexico
This book introduces the different culinary regions of Mexico and presents many kinds of recipes for traditional Mexico dishes.
The Cooking of Brazil
This book introduces the different culinary regions of Brazil and presents many kinds of recipes for traditional Brazilian dishes.
The Irish Potato Famine
This book provides comprehensive information on the history leading up to the Irish potato famine, presents accounts of narrow escapes, and discusses the legacy of the event.
Big Moon Tortilla
When Marta ruins her homework and breaks her glasses, her grandmother soothes her with an ancient story and one of her delicious tortillas.
Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre World of Food: Brains, Bugs, and Blood Sausage
Have you ever thought about eating giant flying ants? Or raw camel kidneys? Well, read on to watch Andrew Zimmern not only eat these unique foods, but live to tell the tale about the people, places, and adventures he’s had while roaming the world in search of new and exciting meals. Zimmern takes readers from country to country, visiting local markets, participating in cultural feasts, and chasing down native wildlife to taste what each country has to offer, and discovering what is most authentic about each place he visits and the amazing information he receives while traveling to these countries.