| Description |
64 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. |
| Series |
In the news |
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In the news (Rosen Publishing Group)
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 60-62) and index. |
| Contents |
Geography and history of famine in Africa -- Elements of famine -- Recent famines in Africa -- Current famines in Africa -- Strategies to combat famine -- Glossary -- For more information -- Fourther reading -- Bibliography -- Index. |
| Summary |
Examines the hunger crisis in Africa, describing how the elements of poverty, climate, and political conflict contribute to the problem and how such strategies as work-for-food programs, water improvement, food security programs, and early warning systems can actually reduce the risks of famine. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.5 1.0 113282. |
| Subject |
Famines -- Africa.
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Food supply -- Africa.
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Famines -- Africa -- History.
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Africa -- Economic conditions -- 1960-
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| ISBN |
9781404209763 |
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140420976X library binding |
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