colombia

A photo-illustrated overview of the life and career of professional, Colombian soccer player Freddy Rinc?n.

Provides a brief profile of the life and achievements of professional soccer player Carlos Valderrama.

Provides a brief profile of the life and achievements of professional soccer player Arnoldo Iguar?n.

Describes how Juan Pablo Montoya began his racing career and his accomplishments behind the wheel.

A guide to the culture and society of Colombia for tourists and business travelers, providing information about the country's land and people, values and attitudes, customs and traditions, home life, and entertainment with advice on making friends, communicating, travel, and conducting business.

Presents a comprehensive view of the Andean cocaine industry, revealing the configuration of the drug industry, from the original cultivation of coca in the fields of South America to the sale of cocaine on the streets of the United States. Analyzes the economic and political impact of such problems as violence and the undermining of legitimate business.

Details the 1990 kidnappings of ten Columbian men and women by Medellin drug boss Pablo Escobar who planned to use the hostages as bargaining chips in negotiations with the government; focusing on the experiences of journalist Maruja Pachon who was held captive for six months.

Discusses the festivals and holidays of Colombia and how the songs, foods, and traditions associated with these celebrations reflect the culture of the people.

Chronicles the experiences geologist Marta Calvache had during two deadly volcanic events, the eruption of Galeras on January 14, 1993, and the eruption of Nevado del Ruiz in November of 1985.