Designed for those in need of current information on the peoples of Latin America, this reference is a useful starting point for social studies, language, geographic and historical research. It is organized by ethnic rather than political distinctions, and includes profiles of more than 42 modern Latin American peoples - from Araucanians and Brazilians to Uruguayans and Vaupes. A separate section covers the old cultures - Mayan, ancient Aztec and...