The Sacred Ganges

Like many other great rivers of the world, the Ganges starts as a trickle high in the mountains and affects the lives of the millions of people who live along its banks. But for the Hindus of India, it has a much deeper meaning. Discover the culture and people of the sacred Ganges. Geography of the World introduces students to the major geographic features of our planet. With original maps and brilliant photographs, each book answers basic questions about how each geographic area developed, what makes it unique, and which plants, animals, and people live there today. Special features include a current-events time line, a detailed almanac, a thorough glossary, and sources for additional reading. These books help young readers develop an appreciation for Earth's amazing geological features and its ecological and cultural diversity.