Afghanistan - The Land

By Erinn Banting

Book Overview

From the dominating Hindu Kush mountain range to the desolate desert of death, Afghanistan's many ethnic groups have made their home in this country's rugged terrain. Beautiful, full-color photographs and simple text show children the awe-inspiring landscape, lifestyles of the people, and the hardships of a remarkable country trying to bring stability to its nation. Topics include: - Hindu Kush and other mountains - rivers and irrigation - deserts - people of Afghanistan - struggle for peace - landmines - cities and ruins - farming and herding - wildlife

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778793354
• ISBN13: 9780778793359
• Release Date: October 2002
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6