guatemala

Describes the geography, climate, people, transportation systems, government, and economy of this Central American country often called the "Land of Eternal Spring.".

Though little Reina has promised not to swim in the waves during her first trip to the ocean, it becomes intolerable for her to keep that promise as her cousins frolic in the water--and then she finds a solution to her problem.

Presents a brief biography of Guatemalan Indian rights activist, Rigoberta Menchu; and describes how her family was murdered and her fight to bring peace to her country.

The story of Rigoberta Mench? and her struggle to keep wealthy landowners and Guatemalan soldiers from taking away the land from her village and other Indian communities.

A young Guatemalan girl and her grandmother grow closer as they weave some special creations and then make a trip to the market in hopes of selling them.

Guide for nature-oriented travelers to the country of Guatemala, providing information on the individual regions of the country, with practical travel tips, and listings of hotels and restaurants, adventure travel outfitters, fishing and diving services, archaeological expeditions, and conservation groups.

A profile of Nobel Peace Prize-winner Rigoberta Menchu Tum, discussing her life in a small Guatemalan village, the deaths of her mother, father, and brother at the hands of the military, and her efforts to protect the human rights of the country's indigenous people.

Presents a comprehensive history of Central America beginning with the early native civilizations, European conquest, Spanish rule, and the development of independent nations.

A guide to the culture and society of Guatemala, providing information about the country's land and people, values and attitudes, religion, customs and traditions, and home life, and including advice on making friends, communicating, conducting business, travel and entertainment, and health and safety.