Iceland: Third Edition

Iceland: Third Edition
ISBN-10
1502622211
ISBN-13
9781502622211
Series
Iceland
Category
Juvenile Nonfiction
Pages
144
Language
English
Published
2016-12-15
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Authors
Debbie Nevins, Zawiah Abdul Latif, Jonathan Wilcox

Description

Known as the land of fire and ice, Iceland is an island with a distinct cultural identity which has exploded in recent years as a tourism hotspot. In this title, colorful maps, dynamic photographs, and traditional recipes help bring to life the culture of Iceland. Readers will learn about the vibrant customs, economy, and peoples of this Nordic nation and discover how the country continues to be shaped by its unique history and geography.

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