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Probe the world's diverse populations and infuse your classroom with a deeper understanding of its peoples. Each essay considers the meaning and significance of symbols, activities, behaviors, and beliefs of a culture. Topics range from unique customs to annual festivities and from specific human-interest stories to broad reviews of cultural themes.
   


 

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May 2008 Contents
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CROSSROADS

In New Comics Capes are Out, the Koran is In

by Marie-Helene Rousseau

Arab Culture and Muslim Stereotypes

by James Emery
FOLK WISDOM

Yoruba Legends: The Mischief of Tortoise

by Retold by M. I. Ogumefu
PEOPLES

The Faroe Islands: An Ancient Nordic and Atlantic Nation

by Norman Berdichevsky

Small Fishermen in Brazil Trade in Nets for Oyster Farms

by Fabiana Frayssinet

Corporate Soccer Kicks Local Club Fans

by Kanishk Tharoor
WORLD HERITAGE

Venezuela's 'Treasure Island' of Archaeology

by Humberto Márquez

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