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O'Shea, Maria
4 Reviews
(4)
4-6
Countries of the World series.
The first half of each tour book-like volume is devoted to a country overview of geograpy, history, people, arts, and culture. The second half delves more closely into the country's highlights, including religious festivals, architecture, famous people, and special dishes. The text flow is interrupted somewhat by captions and sidebars. Clear color photos and maps illustrate the texts. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
(3)
4-6
Festivals of the World series.
Showing how a country's festivals reflect its culture, each volume begins by locating the country on a map and briefly describing its population. While the entries don't have much in-depth information, the accessible style and liberal use of color photographs make these books useful for quick, celebratory tours of each country. Instructions for traditional crafts and recipes are included. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Carolyn Shute
(3)
4-6
Festivals of the World series.
Showing how a country's festivals reflect its culture, each volume begins by locating the country on a map and briefly describing its population. While the entries don't have much in-depth information, the accessible style and liberal use of color photographs make these books useful for quick, celebratory tours of each country. Instructions for traditional crafts and recipes are included. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Carolyn Shute
(3)
4-6
Cultures of the World series.
These thorough overviews trenchantly examine each country's geography, history, and government. The accessible texts and appealing color photographs also focus on engaging topics such as festivals, foods, and leisure activities, giving readers a sense of everyday life in these varied cultures. Maps and a page of basic facts are included. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
4 reviews
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