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Social life and customs
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Food Culture in SpainAn examination of the cultural, social, geographic, lingustic, political, and economic factors that have influenced the development of food and eating customs in Spain. Includes recipes. |
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Life Among the MayaPresents an examination of the ancient Maya civilization, showing where it was located, and discussing Mayan family and community, religious beliefs and practices, kings and kingdoms, military might, |
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Life Among the IncaPresents an examination of the ancient Inca Empire, discussing its location, and examining Incan economy, land management, industry and trade, law and government, family life, education, religion, wor |
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Twain's HumorA selection of ten humorous stories by Mark Twain, including "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," and "Journalism in Tennessee.". |
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The AnasaziThis book discusses the history, culture, religion, and arts of the Anasazi, who lived in the Southwest before 1300 A.D. |
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A Long Way From HomeTelevision journalist Tom Brokaw tells his life story up to his wedding in 1962, describing his childhood in South Dakota, the wake-up call he received in college regarding his lack of discipline, and |
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Life in Ancient ChinaDiscusses life in China primarily during the Han dynasty, describing the life of farmers, life in a city, life in the military, business practices, the arts, and other details. |
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Maya CivilizationExamines the religion, art, architecture, society, and intellectual pursuits of the ancient Maya, based on artifacts gathered at their ruins. |
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AfricaPhotographs and text provide information about various aspects of the cultures and civilizations of Africa, covering lifestyles, beliefs, skills, and crafts. |
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Local GirlsGretel Samuelson grows up in a suburban neighborhood with her best friend Jill, struggling to deal with the everyday disappointments and tragedies that occur on the way to adulthood. |
