A biography of the author's mother, concentrating on her childhood in Turkey before the Turkish government deported its Armenian population, and ending at the age of 16 when she left for America as a mail-order bride.

This book discusses what it is like to live in Turkey today. It examines, in accessible language and vivid photographs, many aspects of the culture, including its history, geography, people, and government. This is a book that highlights a unique part of the world, sure to engage the eager young reader.

Discusses the geography, history, economy, government, religion, people, foreign relations, and communities of Turkey.

The author of I, Claudius reimagines the Trojan War for the young reader. The Iliad has it all: war, corruption, greed, power, and the passions of both gods and men. In this detailed retelling, Robert Graves draws the major characters of this timeless classic in broad, gritty strokes, making Agamemnon, Paris, Odysseus, and others accessible for young readers. Written with a younger audience in mind, The Siege and Fall of Troy is nevertheless exhaustively...

"Engaging images accompany information about Turkey. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"

Learn about the history, culture, government, economy, and people of this dynamic country where Asia and Europe meet.

"What is it like to live in or visit Turkey? What makes Turkey's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Turkish people"--

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Turkey"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the Armenian genocide, discussing how between 1915 and 1917 the government of Turkey attempted to remove the Armenian population from the country through a series of forced round-ups and death marches." --