Pub Date: March 15, 2005
Dewey: 952
LCCN: 2005001101
Lexile Code: 1010
Features: Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Price on Product, Table of Contents
Target Age Group: 08 to 11
Physical Info: 0.10" H x 10.80" L x 8.40" W ( 0.30 lbs) 32 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science | Customs Traditions Anthropology | History | Asia | Ancient | Places
Series: Peoples of the Ancient World
Description: This fascinating new book describes how Japan grew from rule by local chieftains to an emperor-led nation with many noble families competing for prominence. Beautiful spreads and full-color photographs unveil Japan's rich history and the people who struggled to make it their own. Topics include - wet rice cultivation - trade with other cultures, their influence, and isolation in the 17th century - from early pit dwellings to the development of castle towns - nature worship, the rise of Shinto, and Buddhism and Confucianism - life as a samurai warrior - sword making and pottery - herbal medicine Teacher's guide available.