Bibliograph

Liberia, Patricia Levy, Michael Spilling, and Brett Griffin

Type

Label

Liberia, Patricia Levy, Michael Spilling, and Brett Griffin

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 141-142) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Liberia

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1005057418

resource.readingGradeLevel

Grades 5-8

Responsibility statement

Patricia Levy, Michael Spilling, and Brett Griffin

Series statement

Cultures of the world

Summary

The country of Liberia boasts a rich history and a vibrant culture. Founded as a home for former slaves and free blacks from the United States and the Caribbean, Liberia is unique among its African neighbors as the political, economic, and social structures of the country are derived from both American and African traditions. Reader will learn about the challenges facing Liberia today, as well as the customs, cuisine, and artistic contributions of the Liberian people

Target audience

juvenile

Classification