Modern Nations of the World - Czech Republic [Hardcover]

Petra Press (Author)

Book Description

Series: Modern Nations of the World | Publication Date: September 4, 2001

A land of almost fairy-tale beauty in the heart of Europe, the Czech Republic is a new nation with a rich and vivid past. They have fought over a thousand years of bloody battles against wave after wave of conquering oppressors to maintain their unique cultural identity. (20000101)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"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 )

"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 )

Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Lucent Books; 1 edition (September 4, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560067594
• ISBN-13: 978-1560067597
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,085,818 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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