Hong Kong
- ISBN-10
- 150263239X
- ISBN-13
- 9781502632395
- Series
- Hong Kong
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 144
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2017-12-15
- Publisher
- Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
- Authors
- Debbie Nevins, Falaq Kagda, Magdalene Koh
Description
The people of Hong Kong treasure their leisure time because of often long work days and commutes. This book brings these pursuits into splendid focus including the many parks, beaches, and games residents enjoy. The book also highlights the history and traditions of Hong Kong in detailed sidebars and vivid photographs to engage the young reader.
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- 2017-09-29
- 410 pages
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