south america

Follows the life of Sim?n Bol?var from his wealthy childhood in Venezuela to his rise to power as the revolutionary leader of Spanish-held Latin America.

Briefly describes Bolivar's career, the struggle for independence, the Spanish colonial system, Creoles, and other problems of peace.

Simple text and illustrations describe phorusrhacos, how they lived, and how they became extinct.

Simple text and illustrations describe sabertooth cats, how they lived, and how they became extinct.

Retells some traditional stories from various native peoples of South America, including the Kayapo, Sherente, Caraja, Bororo, and Tupinambe.

Describes the journey through the Amazon Basin made by Orellana and Pizarro in the early sixteenth century. Also discusses the Inca and the conquest of South America by the Spanish.

Describes some animal species in the southern continents of South America, Africa, and Australia and the various factors that have contributed to their endangerment. Illustrated with color photographs and reproductions of artwork depicting selected animals.

Describes the geography, weather and climate, and plants and animals of South America, a continent of contrasts.

A biography of the South American patriot who fought for liberation in five South American countries.

Presents in text and illustrations the traditional costumes of the countries of South America. Includes a full description of each costume, its cultural significance, its historical derivation, and the context in which the costume was worn.