China - The Land

By Bobbie Kalman

Book Overview

Four new countries and nine updated editions have been added to Bobbie Kalman's popular Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series. These powerful and intimate portraits of countries use up-to-date information and full-color photography. Presented in a mini series format, three books per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about: -- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and moreStunning new photographs capture the beauty of China's landscape in this revised edition of China the land. Updated information includes problems faced by Tibet and other autonomous regions, the Three Gorges Dam project, the Cultural Revolution, and China's current president.Other topics include: -- China's early history-- political and economic changes-- the Great Wall of China-- farming and fishing techniques-- transportation-- environmental issues

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865052077
• ISBN13: 9780865052079
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 9

Customer Reviews

Pictoral Tour of China

A beautiful introduction to the landscapes of China. Brimming with photographs, the reader gets a tour through the different topographies of this enormous country. Information is given in short paragraphs with bold headings. The text is very easy and accessable. The author addresses topics of politics, food and the multiculural nature of China. An informative and enjoyable read for adults and a great survey for young readers.