Taiwan ANNOTATION
Provides an overview of the geography, history, government, lifestyle, language, art, and food of Taiwan, exploring its customs and current issues.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Located off the coast of China, Taiwan officially is known as the Republic of China. Taiwan is an interesting blend of new and old, boasting a rich culture that dates back some two thousand years while keeping abreast of the times. From aboriginal tribes to fashion-conscious youth, from numerous species of flora and fauna to bustling cities, and from traditional farming methods to the thriving electronics industry, this book presents an exciting look at both Taiwan's age-old customs and values and the country's progress into the twenty-first century.
FROM THE CRITICS
Children's Literature - Melissa A. Caudill
Part of the "Countries of the World" series, this book will inform readers of not only the geography, history and culture of the Asian island nation of Taiwan, but will provide insight into what it is like for its citizens to live there today. Such cultural celebrations as the Lunar New Years Festival and Taiwanese traditions like tea drinking and puppetry are further explained in two-page chapters that include color photographs. Additionally, a final section in the book looks at relations with North America such as economic trade and Taiwanese living in the United States. Additionally, information is easily accessible within the table of contents, index, and glossary, along with suggested book titles, videos and Web sites to visit. 2003, Gareth Stevens Publishing, Ages 12 up.
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