SRI Lanka ANNOTATION
Examines the history, geography, people, government, economy, art, and recreation of Sri Lanka.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Sri Lanka's lush tropical jungles and diverse wildlife have enchanted travelers for centuries. Once a quiet colonial outpost, this bustling country now offers a captivating balance of old-world splendor and contemporary charm. From the skylines of modern cities to the mystical beauty of ancient dagobas, from the tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya to sparkling beaches along the coast, and from spectacular festivals bursting with color to the quiet solitude of monasteries and temples, this book takes a close look at a magnificent island known as Pearl of the Orient.
FROM THE CRITICS
School Library Journal
Gr 4-8-Three titles in an attractive and accessible series. Each book includes an overview of the history, geography, government, and people. "A Closer Look" sections address specific topics, such as the status of women or prominent political families. The final section deals with relations with North America. Bright, full-color photographs on every spread break up the easy-to-read texts, which devote a few paragraphs to each point. The information flows nicely from subject to subject and keeps readers' interest. A full-color, labeled map and a facts-at-a-glance page are appended. Welcome additions to update any social-studies collection.-Be Astengo, Alachua County Library, Gainesville, FL Copyright 2003 Cahners Business Information.
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