Japan
Published on 10. August 2006
Book
Hardback
64 pages
978-0-7502-4688-0 (ISBN)
Description
Japan is an archipelago of more than 6,800 islands. It's culture is a rich blend of Asian traditions and Western influences demonstrated in the country's democratically elected government but oldest hereditary monarchy. Japan is home to many successful high-tech industries which have contributed to the rapid pace of industrialization. However, problems of pollution and overcorwding, together with an ageing population present Japan with challenges for the future.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hachette Children's Group
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Illustrations
Full-colour photographs and maps and diagrams
Dimensions
Height: 261 mm
Width: 203 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
455 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7502-4688-0 (9780750246880)
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Celia Tidmarsh taught geography for 15 years. Celia is now involved in training geography teachers. She has written a number of geography textbooks on a variety of topics.