Fukushima Nuclear Disaster by Rona Arato

In March 2011 the world’s second-largest nuclear disaster occurred on the eastern coast of Japan. A 9.0-magnitude earthquake caused a nearly 50-foot tsunami that flooded the Fukushima nuclear power plant. The devastating tidal wave caused equipment...

Vietnam - the people (revised, ed. 2) by Bobbie Kalman

Candid and colorful photographs introduce readers to the people of Vietnam, their families, homes, education system, language, and food.

South Korea by Elizabeth Raum

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of South Korea

Spotlight on South Korea by Bobbie Kalman

Spotlight on South Korea introduces children to the country of South Korea in Asia, whose nearest neighbors are China, Japan, and North Korea. South Korea is mostly mountainous, and there are about 3,000 islands off its coasts. Most South Koreans have...

China by Patrick Catel

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of China.

The Korean War by R G Grant

Includes bibliographical references (p. 60) and index; Front one war to the next -- The Korean War erupts -- The tables turned -- The Chinese enter the War -- Fighting to a halt -- Stalemate and negotiation -- Consequences of the War -- Profiles of...

The Tiananmen Square Massacre by Wil Mara

Following the death of Mao Zedong, China experienced rapid political and economic reform throughout the late 1970s and 1980s. As these changes took effect, many Chinese people were inspired to push toward democracy. However, the country's Communist...

China by Mason Crest

Explore the whole history of this amazing land, from its earliest days through the arrival of European visitors to the tumultuous days from which modern China emerged. Read about the philosophers, poets, and emperors of ancient China and travel through...

Japan by Mason Crest

For thousands of years, the island nation of Japan remained proudly isolated, developing a culture with roots in ancient religions, rites, and beliefs. As time went on, the people began to take their place in the world, and that foundation of unity...

Gandhi by DK Publishing

A new addition to the "Eyewitness" series, "Gandhi" brings alive the story of one of the most respected and revered men in modern history. Tracing his life from his childhood through his involvement in the struggle for Indian independence and the...

Cultural Traditions in China by Lynn Peppas

This intriguing book describes how the traditions, beliefs, and rituals of people across the vast country of China are observed in the many different festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Chinese people celebrate family...

El Chino by Allen Say

A biography of Bill Wong, a Chinese American who became a famous bullfighter in Spain.