social life and customs

"It's Lunar New Year, a time when families come together for a wonderful feast, and a father longs to be with his daughter--but she lives in another country. As he imagines how his daughter is spending the festivities, he recalls fond memories of time spent with her, feeling a sense of loss and dislocation. While he misses her deeply, he also recognizes her need to move away, grow up, and become herself. New Year is a stunning portrait of leaving home, finding independence, and loving those who are many miles away. At a time when so many families are unable to gather together, readers will relate to the universal message of missing our loved ones and dreaming of being together again"--Provided by publisher.

"Children will get an inside look at Vietnam's vibrant culture, while learning through ... hands-on games, songs, and activities!"--Provided by publisher.

"Collection of short comics about life near the US-Mexico border. Touches on issues of immigration, detainment, policing, sexuality, racism, and violence"--Provided by publisher.

A comprehensive guide to the customs and culture of Nepal, featuring information on local traditions, religion, history, and politics.

"Asle is an aging painter and widower who lives alone on the west coast of Norway. His only friends are his neighbor, ?sleik, a traditional fisherman-farmer, and Beyer, a gallerist who lives in the city. There, in Bj?rgvin, lives another Asle, also a painter but lonely and consumed by alcohol. Asle and Asle are doppelg?ngers--two versions of the same person, two versions of the same life"-- Provided by publisher.

"Take a trip to the Netherlands! Start in the city of Rotterdam, where you'll find some unusual cube-shaped houses. Then, ride a boat down the canals of Giethoorn or grab a big wheel of cheese at the market. And don't forget to check out the famous Dutch windmills! Learn all about the Netherlands as you explore the country through this . . . book"--Provided by publisher.

An intorduction to the country of Saudi Arabia, discussing its heritage, social life and customs.

"Miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is taught the true meaning of Christmas by a series of ghostly visitors in this illustrated chapter storybook for young readers"--OCLC.

"Introduces readers to the ancient Greek civilization. Ancient Greek geography, innovations, religion, and culture are explored"--OCLC.

"Introduces readers to the ancient Roman civilization. The Romans' leaders, geography, religion, and lasting impact on the world are explored"--OCLC.