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Italy - The People
Contributor(s): Nickles, Greg (Author)
ISBN: 0778793702     ISBN-13: 9780778793700
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
OUR PRICE:   $29.07  
Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats
Published: October 2000
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Annotation: Four new countries and nine updated editions have been added to Bobbie Kalman's popular Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series. These powerful and intimate portraits of countries use up-to-date information and full-color photography. Presented in a mini series format, three books per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about:

-- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders

-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women

-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and more

Italy's long history began with the Etruscans in the north, followed by the rise of the Roman Empire and the many wars that led to the rebirth and prosperity of Italian cities. The Italian Renaissance and its role in the arts and sciences is featured along with the strength of the Italian family. Candid photographs show what life is like in Italy including education, sports, and fashion.

Topics include:
-- the Roman Empire and life in early Rome
-- Marco Polo and Galileo
-- the struggle during WWII and Italy's rebirth
-- the Italian people, their families and customs
-- city and country life
-- school and the Montessori method
-- soccer, bocce, and how to play morra
-- famous for fashion and food -- make your own pizza!

Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - Europe
- Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Europe
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Customs, Traditions, Anthropology
Dewey: 945
LCCN: 00-057074
Series: Lands, Peoples, & Cultures (Hardcover)
Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.76" W x 11.2" (0.86 lbs) 32 pages
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 49360
Reading Level: 6.6   Interest Level: Middle Grades   Point Value: 1.0
 
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Publisher Description:
Introduces the history, customs, and daily life of the Italian people.