An encyclopedia of world peoples combining anthropological and social information, both historical and current, on the status of ethnic groups worldwide.
Examines important accomplishments and events in the history of African-Americans, focusing on the kingdoms of Africa; and includes short biographies of notable men and women, as well as a glossary, a list of related Internet sites, and an index.
Examines the religions, food, clothing, education, ceremonies, traditions, and languages of people in countries around the world, and includes maps, facts and figures about each country, and color photographs.
A collection of essays that profiles immigrants from fifty countries who have contributed substantially to the diversity of the United States and looks at the lives of the immigrants in both their native countries and their new one.
Traces the history of Native Americans in the United States, examining the cultural and territorial conflict between Native Americans and European settlers, discussing issues this group has faced throughout the years, and looking at recent efforts to rebuild Native American communities.