Cultures of the World (Fourth Edition, Group 4)®

From the rugged mountains of Afghanistan to the beautiful beaches of Greece, readers take an informative and exciting trip around the world in the latest edition of this popular look at the diverse nations and peoples of the world. Focused chapters highlight each country's geography, history, economy, and cultural elements such as arts and festivals. Even food is featured through recipes that introduce the experience of exploring different cultures in the kitchen. The meticulously researched and updated main text is paired with detailed sidebars and vibrant photographs of each country's landscapes, cities, and people.  
 
Each Book Contains: 
• Detailed and updated maps that highlight a country's geography, economy, and cultural sites with clear labels and accessible keys  
• Fact boxes carefully matched with the content of each chapter that highlight fun pieces of additional information, words in a country's most common languages, and points of interest for travelers to visit
• A detailed timeline that allows readers to trace the history of each featured country alongside important events in world history
 
Curriculum Connections: 
• Comprehensive and up-to-date text allows readers to explore both historical and current events and form their own opinions about how the past influences the present and how the present can set the stage for the future 
• Lists of relevant websites at the end of each chapter, as well as a bibliography and guide to additional resources—including books, movies, and music—encourage independent research and fact-checking  
• The concept of global citizenship is introduced to readers through text that explains this essential curriculum concept, as well as sidebars that highlight people from each country who demonstrate global citizenship through their work to make the world a better place