United Arab Emirates / by Barbara A. Somervill.
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TextSeries: Enchantment of the world. Second series. Publisher: New York, NY : Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., 2016Description: 144 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 25 cmContent type: - text
- still image
- cartographic image
- unmediated
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- 9780531232989
- 0531232980
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!A desert land located along the east coast of the Arabian Peninsula, the area now known as the United Arab Emirates was once occupied mainly by groups of roaming nomads. Today, it is home to sprawling modern cityscapes, with luxurious accommodations that draw tourists and businesspeople from all around the world. Readers will find out how the United Arab Emirates has grown and changed over time. They will learn what life is like for the country's people, how its government is run, what the natural landscape is like, and much more.
Includes bibliographical references (page 134) and index.
A desert safari -- On the Arabian peninsula -- The natural world -- Young nation, long history -- Ruling the Emirates -- Wealth from oil -- People of the Emirates -- The path of Islam -- A rich and varied culture -- Everyday life -- Timeline -- Fast facts.
An introduction to the geography, history, government, economy, culture, and peoples of the United Arab Emirates.