1001 Inventions and Awesome Facts from Muslim Civilization
Written by National Geographic
Format: Hardcover, 96 pages
On Sale: December 11, 2012
Price: $14.95
We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and...
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1001 Inventions and Awesome Facts from Muslim Civilization
Written by National Geographic
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 96 pages
On Sale: December 11, 2012
Price: $23.90
We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and...
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History News: The Egyptian News
Written by Scott Steedman
Illustrated by Various
Format: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
On Sale: March 10, 2009
Price: $7.99
"These entertaining, deftly organized books will make terrific light-hearted additions to cirriculum units on ancient civilizations." — Publishers WeeklyStop the presses! What if ancient civilizations had daily newspapers? And they were amusing and compellingly informative? They might just look like this innovative series of historical nonfiction, presented in a unique, kid-friendly...
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National Geographic Countries of the World: Israel
Written by Emma Young
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 64 pages
On Sale: August 12, 2008
Price: $27.90
Visit the bustling, noisy, modern Jewish homeland of Israel. Explore Israel’s contentious history since its creation in 1948. Walk the streets of Jerusalem, holy city of three religions; visit Bethlehem, birthplace of Christ. Learn about the unique Israeli social experiment of the Kibbutz. Study the context of Israel’s embattled place on...
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How to Be an Egyptian Princess
Written by Jacqueline Morley
Format: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
On Sale: May 13, 2008
Price: $5.95
You know you were born to rule! But will the ancient Egyptians choose you? Find out by putting yourself in line to be their next Princess. This illustrated book will groom you for your all-important interview with the pharaohs. You’ll dress to impress, and to stay cool in the desert heat...
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National Geographic Countries of the World: Iran
Written by Leon Gray
Format: Hardcover Library Binding, 64 pages
On Sale: January 22, 2008
Price: $27.90
Explore Iran’s rich history, which extends back nearly 6,000 years. Learn how Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution replaced the Shah’s monarchy. Examine the geography and economics behind Iran’s power in the Middle East. Meet the Shiite and Sunni Muslims who live in this Islamic republic.
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Teen Voices from the Holy Land
Who Am I to You?
Written by Mahmoud Watad
Format: Trade Paperback, 221 pages
On Sale: May 1, 2007
Price: $21.99
A peaceful, long-lasting resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict may never be found until both sides learn to see each other, not as "the enemy," but as fellow human beings. Teen Voices from the Holy Land takes a creative approach toward reaching greater understanding between two peoples who have known little but...
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