Describes the wildlife of a southern California salt marsh and the efforts of dedicated individuals to save it and its surrounding area from encroaching "civilization.".
Texts in English, French, Chinese, and Japanese are accompanied by the author's paintings depicting the plants, the animals, the legends--the many enjoyments of Stanley Park in Vancouver.
After the end of the Chinese Cultural Revolution and its enforced conformity, artist Song Nan Zhang discovers the colorful and free nomadic peoples of China.
Observes a young Viking boy who lives on a farm in Denmark around 900 A.D. while his father sails on trading expeditions, until the entire family moves to a new settlement in England. Includes illustrations of tools and equipment they might have used in their daily lives.
Presents various aspects of life in West Germany through interviews with twenty-six people representing different age groups, occupations, and regions. Also includes a section of brief facts about the country and a glossary.
Traces the history of Cuba from its discovery by Columbus to the present day and discusses its economy, social structure, culture, and government under the Castro regime.
Presents various aspects of life in Kenya through interviews with twenty-six people representing different age groups, occupations, and regions. Also includes a section of brief facts about the country and a glossary.
An overview of the history, topography, people, and culture of this West African nation including information on its economy and its place in the political world.
