Discover the history, land, wildlife, economy, transportation, communication government, holidays, festivals, sports, leisure, and culture of Austria. This book traces Austria's history from the Celts through the Roman and Habsburg Empires, to World Wars I and II to today. Landforms such as the Alps and Danube River are covered, and major cities such as Vienna, Graz, Linz, and Salzburg are highlighted. Historic landmarks such as St. Stephen's Cathedral Hofburg, Brucknerhaus, Castle Liechtenstein and the State Opera House are introduced. Also covered are cultural institutions such as the Vienna Boys Choir, Salzburg Festival, and Vienna International Festival. Important Austrian artists such as Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Strauss, and Gustav Klimt are also included. 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.
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:159928779X
ISBN13:9781599287799
Release Date:July 2007
Publisher:Checkerboard Books
Length:40 Pages
Weight:0.54 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 8.1" x 8.0"
Age Range:8 to 10 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 5
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