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Russia / writers, Oleg Torchinsky, Angela Black; editor, Debbie Nevins.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: Cultures of the world (3rd ed.)Publisher: New York : Cavendish Square Publishing, 2016Edition: Third editionDescription: 144 pages : illustrations (color), maps (color) ; 25 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 150260342X
  • 9781502603425
Subject(s):
Contents:
Russia today -- Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Russians -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food -- Map of Russia -- About the economy -- About the culture -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Further information.
Summary: Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Russia.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 914.7 T676 Available 33111008066314
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Russia is the world's largest country. It has a vast history dating back more than one thousand years. During its existence it has seen many wars, different leaders, and political confrontations. Today Russia is an independent nation with many traditions. Its people are diverse. This book takes an in-depth look at Russia and describes how it became the country it is today. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World® series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Russia today -- Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Russians -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food -- Map of Russia -- About the economy -- About the culture -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Further information.

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Russia.

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