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An Atlas of Extinct CountriesDiscover the engaging narrative of *An Atlas of Extinct Countries*, an essential addition to your historical collection. This beautifully illustrated book combines humor with deep insights, providing a unique look at countries that have vanished from our maps. In this fascinating exploration, history fans can uncover the reasons behind the rise and fall of these nationssome lost through greed, others through bizarre circumstances like a referendum
Discover the engaging narrative of *An Atlas of Extinct Countries*, an essential addition to your historical collection. This beautifully illustrated book combines humor with deep insights, providing a unique look at countries that have vanished from our maps. In this fascinating exploration, history fans can uncover the reasons behind the rise and fall of these nations—some lost through greed, others through bizarre circumstances like a referendum that voted them out of existence. The author’s witty prose and vivid illustrations make history come alive, perfect for both avid readers and casual explorers alike.This atlas not only serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of nationhood but also embraces the absurdity of our past. You’ll encounter tales of ridiculous leaders, strange political decisions, and the bizarre circumstances under which nations can dissolve, offering a light-hearted yet insightful perspective on global history. Ideal for book clubs, historians, and anyone curious about our world’s peculiar geography, *An Atlas of Extinct Countries* will delight readers with its blend of education and entertainment.
Whether you’re searching for a humorous look at geopolitics or simply a valuable addition to your bookshelf, this atlas is a must-have. Engage with the curated stories of countries that once were, and reflect on the lessons that can be gleaned from their uncertain fates. Get ready to dive into a world of extinct nations and bizarre histories that challenge our perceptions of modern borders and cultures.
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★★★★★ 5
museum quality
Format: Paperback
This is a kid's book, which is well illustrated, and useful. I have worked as a storyteller in schools. Kids of all backgrounds love native stories! All of Joseph Bruchac's books are high quality, museum pieces, just really good, the apotheosis [ideal] of what a storybook could be like.
gives a very good description of the native lifeways around stories, and
gives another view of native storytelling.
is another book that gives you native context, by an author who also has native storybooks in print, including
. Entering into native lifeways is not necessarily judgeable by white man culture, as
shows. One thing one notices in native cultures is that they ask new questions, something like one sees in
. I find native metaphysics to be similar to Quantum Mechanics. While not a native book,
gives some ideas on how life would work, from that perspective.
has stories about tricksters, which are not dissimilar to native stories. teachingdrum.org used to have a list of books of native stories, which is the most comprehensive I've seen. That is a nonprofit, and I have no connection with them, this cites the info resource only. All storytelling is fascinating.
is one example of European stories about animals, which are not totally dissimilar. Stories are fascinating. If you want to entrance, train, entertain, educate, and improve children, nothing is faster or easier than storytelling.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2012
★★★★★ 4
Great gift for a new teacher
Format: Paperback
Bought this book for a new teacher building up her book collection for her new classroom. It was a hit!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Wonderful book for many reasons
Format: Paperback
I recommend this book for its story, cultural accuracy, and high interest action. First it is an exciting story of how conflicts arise and can be resolved with an exciting lacrosse game at the end. How cool is that? But the cultural and historical details make this a fascinating read for all ages. If you want to know about the lives of Native Americans in the New York area, written by a Native American, and put into an historically accurate story, this is a great read. I would recommend this as a high interest type of reader for middle school readers, one that would challenge them as well. The story could be about conflicts today, but the action is naturally more intense. If you are looking for an accurate portrait of Native American life, Bruchac is a wonderful author for you to choose. It is hard to find good books about northeastern Native Americans.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2013
★★★★★ 5
Engaging and educational
Format: Paperback
We really enjoyed this book as a family. My children were enthralled with characters and depiction of life in a Longhouse village. We supplemented this book with others about the Iroquois Nation and East Coast Native Americans for our homeschooling unit. It was a hit.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Great Story about Native Americans before Europeans
Format: Paperback
I read this book with my kids (11,8) as part of our unit on Native Americans before colonization. They both really enjoyed it. It helped to humanize history for them and show them that although the cultural practices were different, the characters experienced some of the same feelings, relationship challenges, and personal struggles and triumphs that we experience today.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2022
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