China, the Land (Lands, Peoples & Cultures)

Kalman, Bobbie

ISBN 10: 0865052077 ISBN 13: 9780865052079

Verlag: Crabtree Pub Co, 1989

Inhaltsangabe

Book by Kalman Bobbie

Über diesen Titel

Reseña del editor:

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

Über diese Auflage

• Verlag: Crabtree Pub Co
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1989
• ISBN 10: 0865052077
• ISBN 13: 9780865052079
• Einband: Encuadernación de biblioteca
• Anzahl der Seiten: 32