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Children's LiteratureSouth America is the fourth largest continent in the world and is one of geographic extremes. Home to the longest mountain chain and the driest desert on Earth, South America is also filled with stunning beaches, rich grasslands, and beautiful rain forests. Though it does not delve deeply into the geographic make-up of the continent, different aspects of the continent, from culture and landscape to plants and animals, are presented in turn and offer an adequate look at South America. This brief look at the geography of South America is an excellent introduction to geography. The text is basic, straightforward and easy to read with sidebars appearing throughout that offer additional information about unique characteristics of the land and people of South America. A physical map and a political map are the only two maps provided of South America, but full color illustrations appear throughout. Words appearing in bold in the text are defined in the glossary at the end of the text. Also included are a "South American Almanac," a table of important events in "South American History," additional sources to consult, and an index. Part of the "Geography of the World Series." 2004, The Child's World, Ages 7 to 10.
— Danielle Williams