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Describes the conditions in the Amazon rain forest, the animals, plants, and people that live there, the exploitation of this ecosystem, and the importance of preserving it.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the small South American country often referred to as the "Banda Oriental" because of its location on the east bank of the Uruguay River.

Explores the geography, climate, culture, resources, and environment of Mexico and Central America.

Describes the history, geography, economy, government and customs of the Central American country formerly known as British Honduras.

Brazil, holds a special fascination for everyone partly because it sounds exotic, partly because of its vas size, diversity and tropical climate, but also because of its future as a great world power in the 21 st.

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.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Cuba, the largest island in the Caribbean region.

Describes the geography, history, economy, natural resources, culture, religion, and people of the South American country of Colombia.

A portrait of Costa Rica that describes the country's landscapes, people, history, religions, and art and culture and presents a day in the life of an average citizen.

Describes the geography, history, economy, natural resources, culture, religion, and people of the South American country of Ecuador.

Photographs, illustrations, maps, and simple text provide an introduction to the history, culture, people, and geography of El Salvador.

Photographs, maps, interactive sidebars, text, and Internet resources help students learn about the geography, history, government, culture, people, art, and daily life of Peru.

Presents the geography, history, government, economy, and social life and customs of the South American country of Venezuela.

Describes the geography, history, culture, religion, and people of Guyana.