With a history which includes adventurers like Columbus and Pizarro, Spain has left a distinct imprint on life in the Americas. As we enter the 21st century, the nation endeavors to become more a part of the world community, without renouncing the individuality.
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"The book details the country's climate, geography, agriculture, industry, daily life in both rural and urban areas, and arts and culture. The book features maps, black-and-white photographs, and special boxes...The book's final pages offer a set of facts-at-a-glance, a detailed chronology, an annotated bibliography including works for both children and adults, an annotated list of works consulted (including web sites), and an index."
-- Multi-Cultural Review (March 2001) (MultiCultural Review 20010301)
"Libraries seeking solid, lasting references for their geography section will want to include...these additions... the Modern Nations of the World series provides important overviews and information on the history and politics of the countries with black-and-white photos peppering the accounts."
-- Children's Bookwatch (January 2000) (Children's Bookwatch 20000101)
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- PublisherLucent Books
- Publication date1999
- ISBN 10 1560066024
- ISBN 13 9781560066026
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages112