KRAS, Sara Louise . The Food of Italy . ISBN 978-1-60870-236-7 ; ISBN 978-1-60807-689-1 . LC 2010021542. KUMMER, Patricia K. The Food of Thailand . charts. ISBN 978-1-60870-238-1 ; ISBN 978-1-60870-691-4 . LC 2010023508. ORR, Tamra B. The Food of China . ISBN 978-1-60870-243-3 ; ISBN 978-1-60870-687-7 . LC 2010039293. ORR, Tamra B. The Food of Greece . ISBN 978-1-60870-235-0 ; ISBN 978-1-60870-688-4 . LC 2010035820. ea vol: 64p. (Flavors of the World Series). maps. photos. reprods. further reading. glossary. index. Websites. CIP. Marshall Cavendish / Benchmark . 2011. PLB $31.36; ebook $31.36. Gr 3-6 These books are filled with information, full-color photos, and recipes, giving readers a great resource to delve deeper into their study. Beginning with an illustrated topographical map, each title explains how the land and climate have shaped what kinds of foods are important to the featured country. Food regions are then discussed alongside another colorful map. Sidebars highlight foods, places, and other information. How food plays a part in family life, as well as in festivals and religious holidays, is covered at great length. Each volume ends with a final discussion of the nutritional implications of the country's diet. The overall focus is on appreciating and understanding the people of each nation.