Quick view India by Mason Crest Change has been constant in India over the millennia, but some things have remained the same throughout that time. Early India was a collection of smaller kingdoms across its vast landscape. The effects of Hinduism began then and were deep and lasting,... View Details
Quick view Cultural Traditions in China by Lynn Peppas This intriguing book describes how the traditions, beliefs, and rituals of people across the vast country of China are observed in the many different festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Chinese people celebrate family... View Details
Quick view What Is Social Entrepreneurship? by Margaret Hoovegen With a passion for making a difference in their communities, social entrepreneurs exemplify the traits of an engaged, socially aware, 21st century citizen. What is Social Entrepreneurship? explores real-life success stories of those who make a difference... View Details
Quick view What Is Entrepreneurship by Natalie Hyde Entrepreneurs are a vital component of a successful economy. They can create jobs and help keep money in their local communities. What is Entrepreneurship? explains the risks and rewards involved for entrepreneurs as they work to bring innovative ideas... View Details
Quick view Trade and Commerce in the Early Islamic World by Allison Lassieur This important book shows how trade and commerce spread with the conquests made by the early Islamic empires. Key topics explored include: transportation by caravans, ships, and boats; monetary systems; famous explorers and traders; interactions with the... View Details
Quick view What Is a Theocracy? by Sarah B Boyle This interesting book describes the characteristics of a theocracy, a political system in which a deity, or god, is considered to be the supreme ruler of the state. Religion plays the central role in governing, and representatives who govern are... View Details
Quick view What Is a Monarchy? by Margaret R Mead This intriguing book describes the characteristics of a monarchy, a political system in which political power (usually inherited) rests with a monarcha king or queen. Today, only six nations around the world are termed absolute monarchies in which the... View Details
Quick view Government and Law in the Early Islamic World by Trudee Romanek looks at how early Islamic empires were governed. Fascinating topics explored include: the caliphs, or spiritual leaders; tolerance of other religions; non-Muslims paying taxes not to be in the Muslim army; sultans, palaces, and palace life; Sharia law;... View Details
Quick view The Kurds by LeeAnne Gelletly The Kurds are the world's largest ethnic group without a state of their own. Most live in the mountainous region historically known as Kurdistan; however, this region, which includes parts of Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Syria, never existed as a political... View Details
Quick view Israel - the culture (revised, ed. 2) by Debbie Smith Israel is a land of faith, both for those who created it and for those who live there, and visit there. Israel the Culture examines how Jewish, Christian, and Muslim holidays and festivals are celebrated in Israel. New updated spreads on art and... View Details
Quick view Kuwait by Hal Marcovits Updated and revised titles that combine the Modern Middle East series and Growth and Influence of Islam in the Nations of Asia and Central Asia. View Details
Quick view Iraq - the culture (revised, ed. 2) by April Fast Know the culture of Iraq from Mesopotamian to modern as this war-torn country returns to its traditional ways, emerging from years of strife, oppression, and devastation. Read about the Babylonians and Sumerians, witness the birth of Islam, and then... View Details
