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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: 2003
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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