Discovering our heritage

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Italy, balanced on the edge of time

1983
Presents Italian history, traditions, social life and customs, education, and sports, with a chapter on Italians in the United States. Includes a list of Italian consulates in the United States and Canada, and a glossary.

Ireland, land of mist and magic

1983
An introduction to the "Emerald Isle" with information on Irish Americans and the contributions they have made to the United States.

Canada, good neighbor to the world

1987
Discusses the people, geography, history, language, folklore, industry, food, school and family life, sports, games, and holiday traditions of Canada.

Zimbabwe, a treasure of Africa

1986
Discusses the people, traditions, holidays, religions, schools, history, geography, and wildlife of Zimbabwe, once known as Rhodesia.

Saudi Arabia

a desert kingdom
1986
Examines the religious, family-oriented, traditional society of modern Saudi Arabia, its transition from poor to rich nation, and its relationship with America. Appendixes present the Arabic alphabet and list consulates and embassies in the United States and Canada.

New Zealand

land of the long white cloud
1990
Discusses the history, people, religions, geography, festivals, food, and folk tales of the South Pacific nation.

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