Countries and their cultures [electronic resource] / Melvin Ember and Carol R. Ember, editors.

Contributor(s): Series: Gale virtual reference libraryPublication details: New York, N.Y. : Macmillan Reference USA, c2001.Description: 1 online resource (4 v.) : maps, photosISBN:
  • 9780028658964 (electronic book)
  • 0028658965 (electronic book)
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: Print version:: Countries and their cultures.DDC classification:
  • 23
LOC classification:
  • GN307
Online resources: Summary: Presents the cultural similarities within a country that set it apart from others by examining over 200 countries to document the myriad ways in which culture defines and separates the nations of the world as much as geographical borders do. Surveys each country's shared values, behaviors and cultural variations from foods and rituals to pastimes and arts, using a standard entry format for easy comparison. Provides illustrations, photographs and maps. 4 volumes.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Presents the cultural similarities within a country that set it apart from others by examining over 200 countries to document the myriad ways in which culture defines and separates the nations of the world as much as geographical borders do. Surveys each country's shared values, behaviors and cultural variations from foods and rituals to pastimes and arts, using a standard entry format for easy comparison. Provides illustrations, photographs and maps. 4 volumes.

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