7th Grade: E-books for World Geo

The highly regarded Cultures of the World series celebrates the diversity of other cultures in this fully updated and expanded title on Brazil.

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Learn everything about Canada, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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Denmark is a country that has existed since the age of the Vikings. It has a vibrant history, a unique way of life, and deeply rooted beliefs. Today, Denmark helps make up an area called Scandinavia. It is a proud country with unique traditions and customs, and its own language. This book explores Denmark and all it has to offer.
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Situated in South America very close to the Equator, Ecuador is a country known for its vibrant culture and ecotourism. This book discusses the history of Ecuador, what its people and cities are like, and examines how it became the country it is today.

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Learn everything about Egypt, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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The highly regarded Cultures of the World series celebrates the diversity of other cultures in this title on India


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Learn everything about Iran, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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Learn everything about Iraq, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of Ireland.

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Learn everything about Israel, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of Jamaica.

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Learn everything about Japan, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.


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The country of Morocco is a unique part of Africa with beautiful architecture, ancient history, and an exotic flair. This book describes Morocco's rich history, examines how the country has evolved, and explores what its people and customs are like today.

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The Netherlands is a place often equated with blonde-haired, blue-eyed people and wooden shoes; however, it is much more than that. The Netherlands is a prosperous country that has a vibrant history and a unique culture. This book explores the Netherlands of the past and well as the present, and what it is like to live there today.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of Pakistan.

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Portugal is a country full of rich architecture, natural beauty, and history. Today, Portugal is also known for its culture, food, and its attraction as a tourist destination. This book highlights the beauty of the country and discusses its progress as a nation, from ancient times to present day, enabling readers to learn firsthand what makes Portugal what it is today.

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Learn everything about Saudi Arabia, including its history, culture, economy, art, people, government, and more.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of South Korea.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of Sweden.

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Syria is a country that has endured many struggles over the centuries. A place rich with history, today it experiences hardship on a daily basis and faces challenges that have become a global focus. This book explores the history, people, places, and culture that make up modern-day Syria.

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Young, curious travelers will learn about the geography, culture, language, and much more in this in-depth overview of Vietnam.

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Today, Buddhism is the world's fourth-largest religion, with over 576 million followers worldwide. Buddhists follow traditions and spiritual beliefs that were taught by Guatama Buddha, a revered wise man. Most Buddhists live in countries like China, Thailand, Japan, and Burma. This book describes the origins and history of Buddhism, and sheds light on some of this religion's most important beliefs, practices, and rituals.

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Today Christianity is considered the world's largest religious faith, with around 2.2 billion followers. But Christianity is by no means a monolithic faith. Instead Christians are divided into a variety of denominations and sects-Roman or orthodox, Catholic or Protestant, Evangelical or Pentecostal, to name a few examples. All Christian sects share a belief in the divinity of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe came to Earth to redeem humanity. This book provides the history of Christianity, and explains how the current divisions in the faith occurred. It also provides information about the beliefs shared by most Christians, details the major sects, and explores festivals and holy days.

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Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions. It originated in the beliefs and practices of various civilizations and cultures that lived in the Indus River Valley more than 3,000 years ago. Hinduism is also one of the world's most complex and diverse religions, and its followers, known as Hindus, have a great variety of core beliefs and revere millions of different deities. Today, around 1 billion people follow Hinduism, making it the world's third-largest religion. Most Hindus live in India and Nepal. This book examines the origins and history of Hinduism, and explores its sacred texts-the Vedas, Upanishads, and other writings that include stories, hymns, poems, and rituals on which Hindus base their beliefs. The book also explores how beliefs differ among Hindu sects, and how the faith is practiced today.

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In the sixth century of the common era, the Prophet Muhammad appeared in the Arabian Peninsula, proclaiming the message that there was only one god, called Allah, and that all people should obey Allah's requirements for their lives. Today, Islam is the second-largest religion in the world, with more than 1.6 billion Muslims adhering to this faith. However, although all Muslims do revere Islam's sacred scripture, the Qur'an, there are many differences in the way that the faith is practiced throughout the world. This book will discuss the origins of Islam, the major sects that follow the faith, important religious centers such as Mecca and Medina, and the elemental religious practices that unite all members of the umma, or Islamic community.

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The origins of the Jewish faith stretch back more than 4,000 years. Judaism was the first of the world's great monotheistic religions, and its code of laws and ethics have had a great influence on western civilization. The global Jewish population is about 14 million, with most Jews living either in the State of Israel or in the United States. This book explores the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, examining the differences between three branches of the faith (Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform) that have emerged in the past two centuries.

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In 2011, the world population reached seven billion, adding to concerns about how to feed this vast number of people and how it will affect global warming, the energy supply, and health care. This volume is a comprehensive guide to overpopulation: how it happens in the United States and in other parts of the world, what it means, and what can be done to ease the issues that arise due to overpopulation.
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The toll that epidemics take, in terms of human life and economic stability, is monumental. The consequences when disease spreads are frequently as catastrophic as those wrought by wars and natural disasters. By dissecting the nature of epidemics and highlighting rampant diseases past and present, this book familiarizes readers with the dangers inherent in this looming health crisis.
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Hunger is the number-one health problem in the world. In this informative volume, readers will learn the causes of hunger, who is affected and where, what solutions are available, and how changes can be made to combat this pernicious problem.
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The impetus to find new sources of energy is rendered even more urgent when you consider that traditional sources of energy are costly and can cause widespread damage to the Earth and its climate. This volume examines our reliance on fossil fuels, the risks associated with our continued dependence on them, and surveys the costs and benefits of other sources of energy, including nuclear energy, biofuels, and solar, wind, and water power
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The global economy is a complex system. In an approachable, interesting style, this book explains what the global economy is and how it has evolved, how national economies are more interdependent than ever before, and how the banking system plays a role in how money flows over borders. Readers also learn how such economic interdependence can lead to global financial crises.
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While a few degrees' rise in the average temperature of Earth's surface may not sound like a catastrophe, the race against climate change is truly a race for survival. At stake are the futures of billions of the planet's inhabitants. This book examines the causes and consequences of climate change, such as extreme weather and rising sea levels. Drawing upon authoritative sources, it provides key scientific facts and explains the problem in an accessible way.
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The Changing Climate of Africa, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources. Explore the environmental issues affecting Africa in the twenty-first century and the steps being taken to ensure a better tomorrow for this continent
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Come on a tour of the coldest, iciest, and driest continent on Earth! In The Changing Climate of Antarctica, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources.
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Come on a tour of the largest continent on Earth! In The Changing Climate of Asia, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources
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Come on a tour of the smallest continent on Earth! In The Changing Climate of Australia, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources.
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Come on a tour of the continent with the slowest-growing population on Earth! In The Changing Climate of Europe, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources.
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Come on a tour of the northernmost continent on Earth! In The Changing Climate of North America, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources.
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Come on a tour of the continent with the largest rainforest on Earth! In The Changing Climate of South America, discover what makes this continent unique. Find out about its geography, wildlife, people, weather, and natural resources.
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The different peoples making up Sudan have a long history of ethnic conflict. There has been civil war between the north and the south, as well as conflict among the various ethnic communities and nomadic groups living within these regions. Readers examine the civil unrest that has divided the country for decades, as well as the rebellion and massacres of the Darfur region. Factors contributing to the area's ongoing conflicts, including clashes over oil, water, land, and human rights, are also explored. In addition, future prospects for Sudan and the new Republic of South Sudan, which seceded in July 2011, are discussed.