Amie Jane Leavitt: Exploring Mount Fuji, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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A compelling narrative non-fiction about Mount Fuji, a dormant volcano that last erupted in the early 1700s. Learn about the "Land of the Rising Sun," and where and when you need to climb the mountain in order to see this poetic sunrise. Find out what it takes to scale the highest mountain peak in Japan, how the mountain formed, and how the Ring of Fire played into its creation. Discover the yearly Fire Festival that has been a tradition on the northern slopes of Mount Fuji for 500 years. Features chapter notes, suggested readings, and fascinating facts about the mountain for eager minds to learn more!