What kinds of foods are popular in Thailand? How are holidays celebrated in India? Where do Australians go to relax? These are just some of the fun questions readers find the answers to in the latest edition of this popular look at world cultures. Focused chapters present facts about a country's history, geography, arts, government, and many other essential topics. The comprehensive main text is supplemented by sidebars that highlight important people, events, places, and concepts. As readers explore these new places through the text, they also discover stunning photographs of each nation's cities, natural beauty, and citizens.