Encyclopedia of Flags

Description:

The 12-volume set of World Book's Encyclopedia of Flags is a detailed, full-color presentation of the flags of countries, states, provinces and territories. A history of each country, state, province, and territory is given with a history of the evolution and symbolism of the flag covered. This valuable reference helps students and children understand how flags are developed and why they are so important.

Key features include:

• More than 425 flags, including all country flags, all Australian state and territory flags.

• Locator map of each country, state, province or territory is included.

• Fact boxes containing key information on countries and other political units.

• 20-page index in Volume 12

• Flags and histories of organizations such as NATO, the Red Cross, the Olympic Movement, the Boy Scout and the European Union.

Awards & Reviews:

• "With more than 380 flags, this set would be a valuable resource for students in elementary and middle school, as there is little current material on the subject." -- Booklist

• "This well-organized colorful, and clearly written encyclopedia will be useful in school and public libraries." -- School Library Journal