Discover Afghanistan

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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc, Jan 15, 2012 - Juvenile Nonfiction - 32 pages
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Afghanistan has been at war with various nations since 1970. In this stunning volume, readers will find out why this landlocked, mountainous nation has been in the hot seat for much of its history. Readers will also learn about this nation s culture, major religions, education, and economy through the thoughtful, balanced text that is supported by photographs, charts, and maps.
 

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Contents

Discovering Afghanistan
4
Settlements and Living
10
Education and Learning
16
Farming and Food
22
Environment and Wildlife
28
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About the author (2012)

Richard Spilsbury has worked in educational publishing for over ten years. He is an author, editor, and illustrator of nonfiction books for young people. His works include On the Film Set, Plant Classification, and Plant Parts. He co-writes many of his books with his wife Louise Spilsbury.

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TitleDiscover Afghanistan
Discover Countries
AuthorRichard Spilsbury
Editionillustrated
PublisherThe Rosen Publishing Group, Inc, 2012
ISBN1448866197, 9781448866199
Length32 pages
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Juvenile Nonfiction / People & Places / Middle East
  
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