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Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, culture, and people of Brazil.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Morocco, a unique northern African nation surrounded by both water and desert.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religion, culture, sports and arts, and people of Greece.

Examines the geography, history, and government of Vietnam, while highlighting its achievements in art, medicine and industry.

Located at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe, Turkey is the only nation in the world to occupy land on three different continents. Readers will discover how Turkish culture blends influences from all three continents, resulting in a unique blend of tradition, language, and cuisine that can't be found anywhere else. They will also learn about Turkey's history, find out how its government works, and tour some of its most incredible sights....

Thailand is home to a lush tropical climate, abundant natural resources, and a glorious history and culture that together stretch back thousands of years. Readers will find out how this beautiful Asian nation has preserved its culture over the centuries and what it is like to live their today. They will also learn about Thailand's remarkable plant and animal species, explore its most breathtaking landscapes, sample its finest cuisine, and more.

"An invaluable resource for facts and figures, and a fascinating, highly visual introduction to the world's countries with full-color photos, original maps, interactive, browser-friendly sidebars, handy "fast facts" and an authoritative "to find out more" section." --back cover.