Afghanistan:The land /

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by Banting, Erinn.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: The lands, peoples, and cultures series Published by : Crabtree Pub. Co., (New York :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 29 cm. Subject(s): Afghanistan --Description and travel. | Afghanistan --Civilization. | Afghanistan --Social life and customs. Year : 2003 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Land of the Afghans -- A mountainous land -- Watering the land -- "The Desert of Death" -- The people of Afghanistan -- Struggle for peace -- Landmines -- Cities in mountains and valleys -- On the northern plains -- Desert cities, past and present -- Farming and herding -- Industries -- Wildlife.

Text and photographs show how the people of Afghanistan celebrate holidays and festivals, using art, music, dance, and stories.