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Elizabeth Berg
1) Senegal
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The westernmost country in mainland Africa, Senegal has a complex and varied history. Home to one of Africa's earliest recorded kingdoms in the early ninth century, Senegal was later colonized by both the Portuguese and the French. Since its independence in 1960, the country has managed to unite its various cultures and language traditions into a peaceful and stable society. Informative sidebars and colorful photographs accompany the text and allow...
2) Italy
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G. Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
1997
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Describes how the culture of Italy is reflected in its many festivals, including Carnival, various Saints' days, and the Venice Regatta.
3) Mexico
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G. Stevens
Pub. Date
1997
Description
Describes the background and customs associated with some of the important fiestas celebrated in Mexico.
4) Indonesia
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Gareth Stevens
Pub. Date
1997
Description
Describes how the culture of Indonesia is reflected in its many festivals, including Sekatan, Good Friday, and Fahombe.
