Explore the dynamic human and physical geographies of countries around the world. Each book in this engaging series focuses on how a country's landforms, climate, and resources shape human settlement and affect daily life, culture and identity, and the economy. Significant people, places, and events, as well as challenges for the future are featured. Focus on Australia Australia's varied landscapes-from deserts and forests to the stunning coral formations of the Great Barrier Reef-are as diverse as its unique wildlife. Read all about the country's land and resources, the Indigenous peoples, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Australia.