Each book opens with a series of quotes by both contemporary residents and people from the past -- giving voice to the state's concerns, admiration for the people, love of the land, nostalgia for the past and excitement for the future.
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Gr 4-7--These attractive series titles provide standard state coverage: geography, history, government and economy, population, achievements (noteworthy individuals), and landmarks. A final section contains basic facts (nickname, motto, etc.) and interesting tidbits of information. Each author writes simply and with enthusiasm about her subject, making it clear that there is more to the state than its most famous city (cities). All three authors are guilty of hyperbole, and there are occasional unsubstantiated assertions posing as facts. Also, the rationale is unclear for deciding who to focus on as a notable personage in the texts as opposed to those mentioned in the brief section of state stars at the end. The good-to-excellent, full-color and black-and-white photos and reproductions are plentiful; however, they do not always correspond with the text. Some of the maps do not have adequate keys, making it difficult to figure out what a certain shading represents. Overall, these are not fatal flaws, and most collections needing to update their holdings will want at least their own state title, if not the entire set.
Linda Greengrass, Bank Street College Library, New York City
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