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Book Synopsis: Ten-story-high sand dunes, eye-tricking mirages, unlucky explorers – it’s all here and more in this newest Where Is? book.
From the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series comes Where Is?, a series that tells the stories of world-famous landmarks and natural wonders and features a fold-out map!
Imagine over three million square miles of sand dunes that are as tall as a ten-story building. That place is real – it’s the Sahara Desert! Vast, yes! And home to fascinating creatures such as ostriches and fennec foxes as well as amazing plant life. The shallow roots of the mesquite tree can grow almost 200 feet across to absorb water. Readers will also learn about the famous trade routes of the past with caravans of up to 10,000 camels, European explorers to the region (some very unlucky ones), and native populations like the Berber and Tuareg, the faces of the men are blue from the dye in the veils they always wear.
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Discover the wonders of the Sahara Desert with the captivating book, "Where Is the Sahara Desert?" This latest addition to the popular Where Is? series will take you on an extraordinary journey through one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. With stunning illustrations and a fold-out map, prepare to be transported to a vast expanse of over three million square miles, filled with towering sand dunes that reach heights of a ten-story building.
Explore the incredible ecosystem of the Sahara Desert, where you'll encounter remarkable creatures such as ostriches and fennec foxes, each flourishing in their own unique way. Embark on an educational adventure as you discover the fascinating adaptations of plant life, like the mesquite tree, whose shallow roots can grow remarkably wide to absorb water in this arid landscape.
Get ready to delve into the captivating history of the Sahara Desert, tracing the legendary trade routes that once drew caravans of up to 10,000 camels across the vast desert expanse. Learn about the intrepid European explorers who braved the challenges of this unforgiving terrain, and uncover the untold stories of the native populations, like the Berber and Tuareg, whose rich cultural heritage is deeply intertwined with this ever-shifting landscape. Did you know their faces are often stained blue from the dye in the veils they wear?
Unleash your sense of adventure and delve into the captivating world of the Sahara Desert. Let "Where Is the Sahara Desert?" transport you to a realm of wonder and discovery. Embrace the opportunity to explore this incredible natural wonder and expand your knowledge along the way. What are you waiting for? Begin your journey now!
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