Israel the Land is a sensitive exploration of the land and people that make up modern Israel. More than 20 new color images portray the country and its changing boundaries. This revised… More →

Israel The people is a careful update that examines sensitive issues through the use of several new images. Readers are given an insight into who lives in the country of Israel and how,… More →

A rich connection between the people and art is at the core of the many traditions of Italy. Italy the culture explores the religious history of the country, the festivals, art, and… More →

The picturesque and varied environments of Italy are explored from the mountainous countrysides, fertile valleys, and Mediterranean islands to the sandy beaches of the Italian Riviera.… More →

Children will join in the balloons, clowns, cake, and fun of a birthday party. Lively photographs highlight the story told by a child who is having a birthday. Young readers will relate to… More →

Described in tourist brochures as a land of white sand beaches, sun, and surf, Jamaica is also a mountainous island with green forests, trickling streams, and modern cities. Beautiful color… More →

In the 1700s, the voyages of British Captain James Cook shed light on what life was really like in the uncharted Pacific. Hired to seek an undiscovered continent known by astronomers and… More →

This revised and beautifully designed new edition covers every aspect of Japan's geography, natural resources, agriculture, and landforms. Updated photographs and information on topics such… More →

This updated book includes new information on the distinctive blend of traditional and modern ways of life in Japan, the challenges faced by Japanese society today, and leisure activities… More →

Children will enjoy learning about the various ways that materials can be joined together. This highly illustrated book explains how wood can be fitted or glued together, how metal can be… More →