Burlington Public Library

Barry Laverty, M.B. can barely find the Northern Ireland village of Ballybucklebo on a map when he first sets out to seek gainful employment there. But Barry jumps at the chance to secure a position as an assistant in a small rural practice. Atleast until he meets Dr. Fingal Flahertie O'Reilly. The older physician has his own way of doing things. At first, Barry can't decide if the pugnacious O'Reilly is the biggest charlatan he has ever met or the...

This title introduces beginning readers to the country of China. The book covers China's geography, capital and largest cities and its famous landmarks. Complete with large, full color photographs, a large map, and more exciting landmarks to explore.

"Welcome Back to the Village of Ballybucklebo. Come and say hello again to Dr. O'Reilly's odd-as-two-left feet patients, his housekeeper, Mrs. "Kinky" Kinkaid, and O'Reilly's pets, Arthur Guinness, the beer-swilling black Lab and Lady MacBeth, the demonically possessed white cat. And of course, to young Dr. Barry Laverty. After Barry's first month as an assistant to crusty Dr. O'Reilly, he has been offered a permanent spot. But Laverty's excitement...

An introduction to Brazil, providing information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, people, politics, and more, with maps, graphs, and a time line.

An introduction to Egypt, providing information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, people, politics, and more, with maps, graphs, and a time line.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Iceland"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history, religions, resources, infrastructure, and provides a timeline of major events, a fact file, and glossary of terms.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of India"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to Canada, providing information about the country's cities, history, and occupations among other aspects. Includes glossary.

This title introduces beginning readers to the country of Kenya. The book covers Kenya's geography, capital and largest cities, exciting animals, and its most popular sports. Complete with large, full color photographs, a large map, and more exciting landmarks to explore.