The nation of Brazil occupies a full half of South Americas land, ranging from the dense jungle of the Amazon rain forest in the north to the rugged coastline of the Atlantic Ocean in the east. In between, around two hundred million people live throughout the nation's cities, towns, and villages. Readers will get a close look at this incredible nation, from its beautiful rural landscapes to its massive cities, such as Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro....

Squeezed between India and Tibet, Nepal is one of the most diverse countries in the world. Its landscape stretches from thick subtropical forests to deep, lush valleys to the spectacular peaks of the Himalayan mountain range. The variety of plant and animal life in Nepal is also spectacular. Readers will see all of this and much more as they learn about the country's remarkable history and culture. -- from publisher's website.

"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of China."--Provided by publisher.

"Located on the western side of the island of Great Britain in Europe, Wales is part of the United Kingdom. But despite being a part of a larger country, Wales has its own unique history, culture, and language. Readers will take a trip through Welsh history, from its earliest beginnings to the present day, and find out what life is like for people who live there. They will also learn how Wales is governed, what kinds of plants and animals live there,...

"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Ivory Coast."--Provided by publisher.

"An oil-rich nation in North Africa, Libya has seen a great deal of turmoil in recent years, with civil war continuing to affect the country today. Readers will explore Libyas history and find out what events have led its current situation. They will also find out what it is like to live in Libya today, from which kinds of jobs are common to what people eat and where they live. Additionally, the book offers a close look at Libyas rugged landscapes,...

Describes the geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, religion, and culture of Jordan.