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1) Cars
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Traces the history of the first automobiles through the development of supercars and muscle cars, discussing such topics as computer design, safety features, and speed records.
5) Super trucks
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Motor trucks first proved their usefulness for transporting goods during World War I. Since then, advances in technology have led to the design of different types of trucks able to carry out a vast range of tasks, from transportation and waste clearance to firefighting and high-speed racing.
11) The Caribbean
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"Describes the geography, history, industries, education, government, and cultures of the Caribbean Islands, including Jamaica, the Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, and Barbados. Includes maps, charts, and graphs"--Provided by publisher.
12) Italy
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This book is an introduction to the geography, government, economy, culture, and people of Italy.
13) Kenya
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Offers detailed information on the geography, climate, population, economy, government, and development of Kenya.
17) The moon
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Discusses the physical properties of the moon and provides a history of moon exploration by man.
18) Aircraft
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Answers questions like: How do planes work? Can a plane fly around the world without stopping? What might future aircraft look like?
19) South Africa
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This book is an introduction to the geography, government, economy, culture, and people of South Africa.
20) The sun
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Introduces the physical characteristics of the sun, describes its importance to life on Earth, and discusses how humans study the star.