Peru
- ISBN-10
- 0531235912
- ISBN-13
- 9780531235911
- Series
- Perù
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 144
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2018
- Publisher
- Children's Press
- Author
- Michael Burgan
Description
Just slightly smaller than the state of Alaska, Peru is home to ocean beaches, snow-capped mountains, humid jungles, dry deserts, and more. Readers will cross the country's incredible landscapes and visit its towns and cities as they learn how Peruvians live today. They will also explore Peru''s fascinating history, learn how it is governed and how its economy works, and much more.
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