Four new countries and nine updated editions have been added to Bobbie Kalman's popular Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series. These powerful and intimate portraits of countries use up-to-date information and full-color photography. Presented in a mini series format, three books per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about: -- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and moreThis book takes readers on a fascinating tour of France from its majestic mountains and quiet countryside to its seemingly endless Mediterranean beaches. Glorious full-color photos help display France's elegant cities, monuments, and many wonders as well as its plants, animals, farming, and industry.Topics include: -- France's shores, plains, and peaks-- its territories around the world-- the people and their ancestry-- exciting cities including Paris-- trade, industry, and living off the land-- transportation-- plants and animals