description and travel

"Life in Libya is complex. The people who live in this North African nation have faced social and political strife, but they have also found ways to continue the development of their rich culture-from the art they create to the holidays they celebrate. Readers discover the geographical, economic, and political factors that have created the nation of Libya as we know it today. In addition, they are introduced to the global citizens working to make life better in Libya and around the world. Full-color photographs, sidebars, maps, recipes, and fact boxes are presented alongside the comprehensive main text"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes a visit to London, United Kingdom, including the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the Knightsbridge neighborhood, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Cape Town, South Africa, including Robben Island, the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Vancouver, Canada, including Stanley Park, the Gastown neighborhood, Science World, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Beijing, China, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Buenos Aires, Argentina, including Plaza de Mayo, Teatro Colon, the San Telmo neighborhood, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Sydney, Australia, including the Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Garden, Taronga Zoo, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to St. Petersburg, Russia, including the Russian Railway Museum, the Hermitage, Theater Square, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to New York City, New York, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Harlem neighborhood, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.

"Describes a visit to Rabat, Morocco, including the Andalusian Gardens, Chellah, the Hassan Tower, and various other historical and cultural attractions"--.