Israel
From the Set Cultures of the World
Israel is an importance place for people of three major religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This has given it a rich history, but it has also led to conflict. Readers take an informative look at what life is like in Israel for people of different groups as they explore meticulously researched text, which has been updated to discuss current events. Vivid, full-color photographs are found throughout chapters that focus on topics such as government, geography, religions, arts, and food. These chapters also contain detailed sidebars and fact boxes. Maps serve as a helpful tool to better understand life in Israel.
SLJ Review of Cultures of the World
This series is a comprehensive resource for researchers, offering a one-stop exploration of each nation. Divided into 13 chapters covering aspects like geography, history, government, economy, and more, the books provide nuanced insights. Readers delve into topics such as Canada’s Indigenous people and Iraq’s economic dependence on oil. The latter half focuses on the nations’ cultures, bringing subjects to life with details like Egyptian coffee- -houses and popular sports in Iran. Each chapter concludes with links for more information, and the well-organized layout includes photos, fact boxes, maps, timelines, glossaries, indices, and additional resources. VERDICT A valuable tool for in-depth understanding. Purchase where research material is required.