Hungary
Discover the history, land, wildlife, economy, transportation, communication government, holidays, festivals, sports, leisure, and culture of Hungary. This book discusses Hungary’s history including Chief Árpád, King Stephen, Ottoman rule, trisection, Lajos Kossuth, the 1956 Revolution and EU admission. Geographic features such as the Danube River, Transdanubia, the Great and Little Alfölds and Lake Balaton are examined, as well as plants and wildlife. Major cities such as Budapest, Debrecens, and Miskolc are highlighted. Hictoric landmarks such as the Matthias Church, House of Parliament, Royal Palace and National Gallery, and State Opera House are introduced. Also covered are famous Hungarian writers from Bálint Balassa to Peter Esterhazy, musicians such as Béla Bartók, Franz Liszt, and artist László Moholy-Nagy. In addition, bold glossary terms, phonetic spellings, a fast facts page, a graphic timeline, a recipe, an index, maps, and full-color photos accompany this easy-to-read text.
Details
ISBN:
978-1-61784-714-1
Series/Set:
Countries Set 6
Copyright:
2008
Division:
Abdo Publishing
Imprint:
Checkerboard Library
Grade Range:
3-6
ATOS Level:
5.3
Dewey Number(s):
943.9
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