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144 pp.
| Benchmark |
October, 2004 |
LibraryISBN 0-7614-1787-7$37.07 New ed. (1994)
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4-6Cultures of the World series.
Clear text and an abundance of sharp photographs showcase the geography, history, government, economy, and people of these countries in these updated editions. Of special interest are the lifestyle and arts chapters: the spiritual expression of Korean dances, Vietnam's water puppetry, and the distinctive patterns of Pakistani carpets, pottery, and tiles. Timelines compare national and world events. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Cultures of the World titles: Korea, Vietnam, and Pakistan.