Explore diverse landscapes, travel back in time, and discover unique populations, all without leaving your chair! Start your international tour in the United Kingdom, land of Buckingham Palace, the Rosetta Stone, Arthur's Seat, Mount Snowdon, William Shakespeare, the River Thames, Harry Potter, and so much more. This colorful, informative book introduces the history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, and other significant features of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Sidebars, maps, fact pages, a glossary, a timeline, historic and full-color photos, and well-placed graphs and charts enhance this engaging title.

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A visit to the United Kingdom -- Geography: mountains and moors -- Animals and nature: a changed landscape -- History: a proud past -- People: the melting pot -- Culture: leading the world -- Politics: parties in Parliament -- Economics: adapting to change -- The United Kingdom today.