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The pharaohs of ancient Egypt
For more than 3,000 years, Egypt was a great civilization that thrived along the banks of the Nile River. But when its cities crumbled to dust, Egypt’s culture and the secrets of its hieroglyphic writings were also lost. The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt explains how archaeologists have pieced together their discoveries to slowly reveal the history of Egypt’s people, its pharaohs, and its gold…
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- 9780394846996
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- 180 pages : illustration ; 19 cm
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- 932 PAY
Egyptians
Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? These and other questions answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton for children beginning to read alone.
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- 9780794513443
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- 932 TUR
Usborne Internet-linked Romans
The Romans were pioneers of trade, engineering and government, and founded an empire stretching from northern Europe to North Africa. They created art and literature of great beauty and sports of horrible cruelty. This book looks at the Roman way of life and explores the history of the period in maps, diagrams and pictures. It is both a fascinating chronicle and a valuable work of reference.
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- 9780794504298
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- 96 pages : illustration ; 25 cm
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- 937 MAR
The ancient Chinese
- The rich, full-color interior has a strong, engaging design that will draw in young readers. - At 100+ pages, this series offers substantially more information than other books for young readers available in paperback. - Contains several special features, such as a biographical dictionary, which describes important figures in the civilization, and a timeline. National Social Studies Standa…
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- 0531167372
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- 112 pages : illustration ; 23 cm
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- People of the Ancient world
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- 931 SCH
Culture in Thailand
This book about Thailand looks at a vibrant and diverse culture that is quite different from any other, despite foreign influences. Learn about Thailand's ethnic groups and their distinctive ways of life. Read about the many festivals and holidays celebrated by devout but fun-loving Thais. This series looks at people's ways of living. It examines the ways people identify themselves through lang…
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- 1740701321
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- 32 pages : illustration : 28 cm
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- 959.3 GUI
Culture in Vietnam
This delightful, highly informative series aims to increase students' knowledge and appreciation of the diversity of cultural life around the world. The books examine how culture influences national identity and the different ways in which people express culture through language, social customs and habits, as well as traditions of art, craft, dance, music and spiritual beliefs. This series is a…
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- 1740701801
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- 32 pages : illustration : 28 cm
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- 959.7 GUI
Philippines the culture
Introduces the different religions, festivals, arts and music, languages, and literature that are part of the Filipino culture.
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- 0778793540
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- 32 pages : illustration : 28 cm
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- 959.9 NIC
C is for China
From Abacus to Lantern, from Jade to Wenzi, this photographic alphabet book introduces young readers to the rich culture and natural beauty of China. Sungwan So’s colorful variety of images explore the country’s customs ancient and modern, illustrating not only the hubbub of street life in the cities, but also the rhythms of day-to-day life in rural areas. Beautiful photographs feature scen…
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- 9781845073183
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- 951 SO
China the culture
This title is suitable for people of ages 7 to 14 years. It discusses: the growth of the Chinese film industry, Chinese cuisine; immigration (the Chinese who live abroad); how the growth of the economy has created a new wealthy class within the communist state; and, capitalism without democracy.
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- 9780778796695
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- 32 pages : illustration : 27 cm
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- 951 KAL
Unfolding journeys : explore the majestic wonders of China in this beautiful …
Unfold the adventure of a lifetime as you travel along the Great Wall of China. This sensational fold-out frieze is more than six-feet long and can be removed and displayed. It features stunning illustrated detail on one side and incredible facts on the other. Get ready for an unforgettable journey across China. From the dusty desert of Gansu province to the rolling waves of the Yellow Sea, thi…
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- 9781786571977
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- 20 pages : illustration ; 30 cm
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- 951 ROS
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