social life and customs

Explores the exciting culture and many festivals that are celebrated in India.

An introduction to Greece, discussing its history, traditions, food, and more.

"Lady Helen has retreated to a country estate outside Bath to prepare for her wedding to the Duke of Selburn, yet she knows she has unfinished business to complete. She and the dangerously charismatic Lord Carlston have learned they are a dyad, bonded in blood, and only they are strong enough to defeat the Grand Deceiver, who threatens to throw mankind into chaos. But the heinous death-soaked Ligatus Helen has absorbed is tearing a rift in her mind. Its power, if unleashed, will annihilate both Helen and Carlston unless they can find a way to harness its ghastly force and defeat their enemy"--OCLC.

An exploration of Middle Eastern inventions, cultures, and history, with a focus on the origins of hospitals and algebra.

"This . . . book introduces readers to . . . innovations from Latin America that have spread across the world, from color TVs to tortillas. Full-color photographs give readers an up-close look at the . . . inventions. This . . . book introduces readers to Latin America's inventions, culture, and history"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . book introduces readers to . . . inventions and innovations from India that have shaped the world, from shampoo to decimals"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . book introduces readers to the birth of photography and other innovations from Europe. They'll encounter many innovations throughout history that are crucial to our daily life in modern times. Full-color photographs let readers explore . . . inventions up close"--Provided by publisher.

"This book introduces readers to many . . . inventions from East Asia that have changed the world, from . . . fireworks to warm cups of tea. Full-color photographs give readers an up-close look at the inventions. This . . . book teaches readers about . . . inventions used in everyday life while expanding cultural awareness of East Asian cultures and history"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . book introduces readers to the many . . . innovations from Africa that have changed the world forever. Readers of this . . . book will learn about inventions throughout history while expanding their cultural awareness of Africa"--Provided by publisher.

In the summer of 1986, Molly visits her grandparents in mysterious Israel and worries about the language barrier.