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32 pp.
| Heinemann |
September, 2006 |
LibraryISBN 1-4034-8247-0$28.21
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4-6Exploring Continents series.
Following a definition of continent, the geography, climate, wildlife, natural resources, people, and landmarks of South America are touched on. Many captioned photos, maps (which are missing some landmarks discussed in the text), and sidebars are included. Although this book barely skims the surface of its subject (e.g., nowhere is the depredation of rainforests mentioned), it could serve as a very basic introduction. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.