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Provides information on the dramatic landscape of Sweden, from the wooded islands along the coast, to the cold north where snow falls for eight months. This book includes such topics as: rivers and lakes; the Northern Lights; the people; Stockholm and other cities; farming and fishing; industry and telecommunications; transportation; and wildlife.

From early Viking explorers, to reindeer herders and busy city-dwellers, this book talks about the daily life and traditions in the Land of the Midnight Sun. This book includes such topics as: early history and Viking invaders; the Sami and other ethnic groups; arrival of Christianity; birth of a kingdom; city and country living; and more.

Presents a rich variety of cultural life in Argentina, created by the mixture of different traditions brought by immigrants. This book celebrates its nation's symbols, the gaucho and the tango, as well as other important cultural aspects including religion, festivals, folk art, language, and literature. It is suitable for children of ages 9-14.