The Zulus (Journey Into CIV)(Oop) (Journey Into Civilization) [Library Binding]

Robert Nicholson (Author), Claire Watts (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1993 | Age Level: 9 and up | Series: Journey Into Civilization

An introduction to the dramatic history of the Zulus.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications (December 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0791027104
• ISBN-13: 978-0791027103
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,901,349 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Distant land, people and culture, March 8, 2005

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Enrique Torres "Rico" (San Diegotitlan, Califas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Zulus (Journey Into Civilization) (Paperback)

As part of the Journey into Civilization series that helps youngsters study ancient civizatiions like The Aztecs, Ancient China, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, The Maya, The Mongols, The Vikings, The Romans and The Sioux this book serves as a good introduction to the cultures from the past. The books are relatively short(this one is 32 pages) and begins with a brief geography lesson that also explains the impact of the land. The book is full of rich, colorful illustrations, maps and photographs that help the young learner travel to distant lands. The warriors and chiefs are highlighted along with their weapons and the significance of their historical roles. Religion is discussed with the introduction of their beliefs and their god. The use of herbs and divination is also discussed. All facets of the culture are explored with an emphasis on the crafts, the realationship to nature of the tribe, folklore, fables, wars and the Zulus relationship with colonists. Since the Zulus are from a foreign culture to most young Americans there are many words that need further explanation for the young mind to fully absorb. The teacher or parent may use the included glossary to achieve an expanded vocabulary for the student. Most of the words in the glossary are foreign with the exception of immigrant, snuff and folklore. This is a good picture book that is entertaining and useful for the young student to expand their perceptions of culture and the world.