Portugal

Today, Portugal is one of the poorest countries in Western Europe, but its history traces periods of great wealth and dynamic expansion. This thorough, ninety-page introduction is fascinating. An intriguing section about the age of exploration and one detailing Portugal's past and present relations with the United States gives perspective for interested readers. Each page features magnificent full-color photographs�the landscape and architecture are beautifully captured, as are the people in wonderful scenes from daily life. Excellent maps help orient, including one black-and-white reproducible map. The two-page glossary includes Portuguese words complete with pronunciation guides, and a detailed index that is ideal for study. A further study section recommends books, videos and web sites as well as suggested keyword searches for further Internet research. Part of the "Countries of the World" series. 2000, Gareth Stevens, $26.60. Ages 9 to 13. Reviewer: Dia L. Michels


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