nile river

Traces the course of this famous African river and describes its physical features, history, and importance.

This book describes the explorations of Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke and tells of John Speke discovering Ripon Falls in 1862, where the Nile pours out of Lake Victoria.

"Describes the economy, government, and culture of Egypt today and discusses Egypt's influence of and relations with the rest of the world"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the Nile from the Mediterranean Sea back to its source near the Mountains of the Moon. Depicts life at different points along the course of the river.

An exploration of the Nile River that discusses its geologic history, plants, and animals, and explores how it is used by humans and efforts to protect it.

Photographs and easy-to-follow text introduce young readers to the source, outlet, history, people, and uses of the Nile River.

Describes the Nile River from ancient times to the present, and discusses what must be done to protect and preserve this river.

Provides information on the history, geographical features, wildlife, and industry of the Nile.

Describes the course of the Nile River from its source in central Africa to the Mediterranean Sea and people who have explored it, civilizations it has fostered, efforts to control it, and more.

Describes the location, climate, history, and importance of the Nile, the longest river in the world.