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Ever since Germany formed in 1871, it has been a major world player. It was even a founding member of the EU in 1952. Although Germany's 20th-century history was often dark, it is now one of most prosperous and stable countries in the world. It has struggled during the global recession, in facing the EU's economic difficulties.

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ISBN-13:	9781422222430
Publisher:	Mason Crest Publishers
Publication date:	01/28/2012
Series:	Officer Gunnhildur Mysteries
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	8.25(w) x 8.27(h) x 0.37(d)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

Introduction 8

1 Modern Issues 11

2 Germany's History and Government 19

3 The Economy 31

4 Germany's People and Culture 41

5 looking to the Future 49

Time Line 56

Find Out More 57

Glossary 58

Index 61

Picture Credits 62

About the Authors and the Consultant 64

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Indovino's introduction of the EU and its benefits to citizens clarifies for young readers the governmental and economic improvements to a major land mass. Mapping informs the reader of country placement, but color choices are too close in tone for clear differentiation. Choice of issues—dating systems, Roma, terrorism, nuclear power—moves quickly to the heart of international controversies. The exception—"Italy," a poorly written, poorly edited volume—opens with an inane comment and relies on repetition and the nebulous terms "many" and "most." In a few volumes, the compression of history into short paragraphs confuses more than it enlightens, as with summaries on Italian suffrage and Czech Hussites. Glossaries—entrepreneurial, fief, serf, propaganda, infrastructure, Marshall Plan—encourage in-depth reading and perception of themes. Negative aspects and inconsistencies devalue the set. Time lines contain inexplicable gaps, as with 1526-1914 in the Czech Republic. Indexing is unusually limited for a reference set. Some photos are blurry, shadowed, and ill-chosen—for example, handgun and tall buildings in Germany and Czech Republic, and a forbidding Mulderslot Castle and unidentified concentration camp in Netherlands, while Poland and Portugal depict more rounded views of age, gender, and culture. (Major European Union Nations) Reviewer: Mary Ellen Snodgrass

VOYA - Mary Ellen Snodgrass

Gr 4–8—These three books are part of a series that stresses the modern relationships, goals, and problems of the European Union. At the front of each is a list of EU nations, a map of Europe indicating their locations, and a map of the pertinent country with major cities shown. An introduction by John Bruton, former EU president and Prime Minister of Ireland, explains the origins and history of the organization. Chapters begin with "Modern Issues" and a brief summary of the country's history and government, followed by chapters on economy, people and culture, and "Looking to the Future." In addition, there is a time line and a few suggestions for finding out more, including useful current websites. The up-to-date texts liken Italy's treatment of the "Roma" (Gypsies) to the U.S. treatment of the American Indian; the social standing of Italy's women is examined and condemned (45 percent of Italian women do not work); and Germany's major problem with guns and violence in schools is discussed. Muslims in Europe, global warming, nuclear power, and sex scandals are also touched on. The information is brief and limited by the length of the books, so none of the topics has much depth. Although not precisely captioned, the illustrations convey the character of each country. If these books are used for general middle school reports on a country, supplementary material will be needed. Their value lies in presenting a clear idea of what the EU is trying to accomplish and the problems facing its members, and in this they succeed very well.—Judith Constantinides, formerly at East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library, LA

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Having overcome its dark past, Germany is a modern nation with one of the world’s most important economies and a founding member of the European Union (EU). However, it still faces challenges in the forms of unemployment, lack of support for government programs including United Nation coalitions, and immigration issues. The authors dedicate a large chapter of the book to Germany’s history, including the rise of the third Reich (although only a short paragraph to the atrocities perpetrated by it) and the division and reunification of the country. The economy, especially how it relates to the European Union, also is thoroughly examined. Shorter chapters address German culture and its people, as well as future challenges such as the environment and ongoing reunification issues. Maps, color photographs, and “quick facts” sections contribute to the book’s appeal; but a few design flaws should be addressed in the next edition. Text size is not uniform throughout; and page borders are very narrow, giving the text a crowded feel. The large amount of empty white space at the end of most chapters has a rather abrupt feel. Nevertheless, the book is well written and presents solid information in this volume of the series, “Major European Union Nations.” The entire series will need revision once Great Britain completes its withdrawal from the EU. Reviewer: Magi Evans; Ages 10 to 14.

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