Gelfand, Dale Evva

Syria Dale Evva Gelfand - Minneapolis : ABDO Pub. Co., c2013. - 144 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 22 x 25 cm. - Countries of the world .

A visit to Syria -- Map: Political boundaries of Syria -- Snapshot -- Geography: topographical diversity -- Map: Geography of Syria -- Map: Climate of Syria -- Animals and nature: An environment in peril -- History: Old land, young country -- People: Middle East melting pot -- Map: Population density of Syria -- Cultures: Ancient influences and modern ideas -- Politics: A country in upheaval -- Economics: Crude oil to olive oil -- Map: Resources of Syria -- Syria today.

Provides information about Syria, with emphasis on its geography, culture, history, economy, and government.

9781617836398 1617836397

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Syria

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