Bibliograph

Philippines, Catrina Daniels-Cowart

Type

Label

Philippines, Catrina Daniels-Cowart

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 91) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsportraitsmaps

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

12 - 14 years old

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Philippines

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

Catrina Daniels-Cowart

Series statement

Asian countries today

Summary

First setting thousands of years ago, and occupied by various nations over the last few centuries, today, the Philippines are independent. With an economy that is largely agricultural with about one third of the labor force in farm-related employment. However, its main income comes from the manufacturing and service industries. Money sent home by Filipino workers overseas is also an important contributor to the Philippine economy. This book explains all you need to know about the ancient and current Philippines and provides a unique insight into this amazing country and its people

Target audience

adolescent

Creator