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Greece

Call Number

  • J 949.5 DUBO (CEN)

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Edition

Fourth edition.

Publication Information

Buffalo, NY : Cavendish Square Publishing, [2023]

Physical Description

144 pages : color illustration, color maps ; 25 cm.

Audience

Grades 4-6 Cavendish Square Publishing.

Summary

"For many people outside of Greece, their understanding of this European nation is limited to what happened in ancient times and what food is served at their local Greek diner. However, the story of Greece is much more complex, and readers discover it all in this comprehensive guide to its past, its present, and its path into the future. From the economic crisis that has rocked the nation to the tourism boom for areas such as Santorini, readers get the most updated information about Greece, paired with vibrant photographs and maps, fact boxes, recipes, and sidebars highlighting Greek global citizens"--

Contents

  • Welcome to Greece
  • Geography
  • History
  • Government
  • Economy
  • Environment
  • Greeks
  • Lifestyle
  • Religion
  • Language
  • Art
  • Leisure
  • Festivals
  • Food
  • Map of Greece
  • About the Economy
  • About the Culture
  • Timeline
  • Glossary
  • For Further Information
  • Bibliography
  • Index..