Liz Sonneborn

"Among the largest and most populous of the Latin American nations, Mexico is a land of great contrasts. It is home to ancient ruins and modern cities. Its borders contain vast, harsh deserts and lush, beautiful beaches. Readers will explore the many sides of Mexico as they venture into the heart of this amazing country. They will learn about its long history and unique culture, find out what life is like for its people, examine some of its most incredible...

For thousands of years, the Chumash people have made their home on California's rich coast. Forced to work in Spanish missions in the 1700s, the Chumash lost much of their original way of life. Their struggle continued in the 1800s, when Chumash land fell under Mexican control and they faced oppression, poverty, and homelessness. After many years of hardship, the Chumash have regained some of their traditions.

Describes Pakistan's geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, people, religion, and culture.

With its beautiful land and location near historically important trade routes, Yemen has played a major role in global events for thousands of years. Readers will find out how the country's earliest civilizations were formed in ancient times and how things have changed since then. They will also get an up-close look at what it is like to live in Yemen today, from what kind of jobs people have to what kinds of food they like to eat, and much more.

Describes the history, geography, population, wildlife, climate, economy, religion, and culture of North Korea.

An ancient city unearthed… In the 1730's, Charles of Bourbon, king of the area around present-day Naples, Italy, learned that local peasants were finding marble and other ancient objects when they dug their wells. He sent army colonel Rocque Joachin Alcubierre and later Karl Jacob Weber to explore the area. Working in darkness with only torches to light their way, Alcubierre's and Weber's crews of workers tunneled through hardened mud. The crews...