Azerbaijan is a cool place to visit with historical medieval sites, new modern buildings, a natural gas fire hill, skiing in the northern mountains, and delicious Azeri food. Some people consider Baku to be the "Dubai" of the Caucasus.
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Children's Books about Azerbaijan
Azerbaijanian Children Stories: This book is a small collection of Azerbaijan children folklore. Azerbaijan has a very rich and ancient folklore. This collection of stories is to try and bring Azeri literature to the English speaking world. One of the most popular and beloved stories in Azerbaijan is Jirtdan (Tiny) – a story about a very small, but smart boy, who tricked a big monster – called Deev and saved him and his friends from being eaten. Also, another popular story is about 3 small kids, their mom, and a mean wolf (Shangul, Shungul and Mangul). Then, we have stories about a wise boy (The Smart Child), a wise dad (The seven sticks), and an ignorant elephant (The angry bees) and a few more stories that are sure to catch your interest. Dear kids, and parents as well, we are hoping that you will enjoy these remarkable stories.
Dzirtdan: Azerbaijani Fairy Tale: How Dzirtdan rescued his friends from the evil Div.
Azerbaijan Fairy Tales: Volume 1 includes six fairy tales from Azerbaijan: Cyclops, Isalamplight, One Good Turn Deserves Another, The Shah and the Black Smith, Beautiful Fatma, and Lazy Ahmed. Volume 2 includes Zengi, Pomegranate Girl, The Dry Skull, The Tale Of Pirim The Hunter, Akhvay, and The Vizier And The Poor Old Man. Volume 3 includes The Dream, The Order Of The Times, The Magic Ring, Wooden Sword, and The Golden Ram. Volume 4 includes The Physician, Jirtdan, Aliyar and the Rabbit, The Wise Girl, Okhay and Ahmad, and The Ungrateful Girl.
: The culture, the beauty, the landmarks, the food - it is simply fascinating. In this book, we cover all of those magical elements about AZERBAIJAN in a digestible and engaging way!
Azerbaijan: A Variety Of Facts, Children's People And Places Book (Bold Kids): Azerbaijan is a former Soviet republic situated between the Caucasus Mountains and the Caspian Sea. It borders both Europe and Asia. Its capital Baku is home to a medieval Inner City and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, a 15th century royal retreat.
Azerbaijan (Cultures of the World): The nation of Azerbaijan combines rich historical tradition with a modern mindset. As a former part of the Soviet Union, it has had to forge its own path in the 21st century. Readers will explore the successes and setbacks along the way with this informative and engaging guide. The detailed narrative and enlightening sidebars highlight political, cultural, geographical, and economic facts about Azerbaijan. Maps and images of this country's landscapes and people bring its culture into delightful focus. Recipes allow readers to take a hands-on approach to enjoying Azerbaijan.
My Librarian is a Camel: How Books Are Brought to Children Around the World: Do you get books from a public library in your town or even in your school library? In many remote areas of the world, there are no library buildings. In many countries, books are delivered in unusual way: by bus, boat, elephant, donkey, train, even by wheelbarrow. Why would librarians go to the trouble of packing books on the backs of elephants or driving miles to deliver books by bus? Because, as one librarian in Azerbaijan says, "Books are as important to us as air or water!" This is the intriguing photo essay, a celebration of books, readers, and libraries.
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