"Mozambique's history is filled with conquest and war. However, today, it's carving out its own place in the world, with its own unique culture. Readers get a taste of this culture through informative and engaging main text and sidebars that add essential details to the story of this African nation. Helpful maps supplement explorations of the country's geography and economy, and easy-to-follow recipes allow readers to bring what they've learned into the kitchen. As readers discover chapters that highlight Mozambique's language, government, festivals, and more, full-color photographs bring this vibrant part of the world to life"-- Provided by publisher.