Hughes, Jill

Portrays aspects of Eskimo life such as food, housing, clothing, work roles, hunting methods, recreations, and changing ways.

Describes the physical characteristics of deserts around the world and the plants, animals, and people who live in such areas.

Discusses the Indians who inhabited the Great Plainsof the United States, describing their way of life and struggles against the white man.

Color illustrations, diagrams, and text describe the Arctic lands, plant and animal life, and people of the Arctic.

Traces the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire and explores its culture and beliefs.