The Amazon
by Parker, Edward
Series: Great rivers of the world Published by : World Almanac Library (Milwaukee, WI) Physical details: 48 p. col. ill., col. maps ; 26 cm. ISBN:083685442X (lib. bdg.); 0836854497 (softcover). ISSN:978083685 Year: 2003Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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j 900 - 999 | j981.1 Par (Browse shelf) | Available | 82140 |
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j981 Ben Brazil | j981 Rob Brazil | j981 Spi Brazil | j981.1 Par The Amazon | j982 Hin Argentina | j983 Gal Chile | j983 Mar Chile |
Includes bibliographical referenes and index.
The course of the river -- The Amazon in history -- Cities and settlements -- Economic activity -- Animals and plants -- Environmental issues -- Leisure and recreation -- The future.
Describes the river's history, its geographical features and wildlife, and the towns and settlements along its banks. Also includes a survey of farming, trade, and industry along the river's course and a discussion of environmental issues faced by the river.
Grades 5-9