by Streissguth, Thomas,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Visual geography series. Published by : Lerner, (Minneapolis, MN :) Physical details: 80 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 27 cm. Subject(s): Colombia. | Colombia --Pictorial works. | Colombia --Description and travel. | Colombia --Economic conditions. | Colombia --Social life and customs. | Colombia --History. | Colombia. Year : 2004
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonepark Intermediate School | 986 STR | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 74-77) and index.
The land: the Andean highlands, the llanos, rivers, climate, flora and fauna, natural resources, environmental issues, cities -- History and government: indigenous civilizations, European contact, the audiencia, tensions in the colony, the fight for independence, new constitutions, civil strife and la violencia, guerrilla movements, government -- The people: a mixed, growing population, education, health and welfare, religion -- Cultural life: art and architecture, music, literature, sports, holidays, food -- The economy: services, agriculture and forestry, manufacturing, mining and energy, foreign trade, the future.
Text and illustrations present detailed information on the geography, history and government, economy, people, cultural life and society of traditional and modern Columbia.