LeeAnne Gelletly

Named for South America's famed independence fighter Sim n Bol var, landlocked Bolivia rests in the center of the continent. With its snowy mountain peaks, tropical rain forests, and grasslands, the nation holds vast mineral resources and great natural beauty. The Andes Mountain range dominates the western third of Bolivia, where most of its 10 million people live. More than 60 percent of Bolivia's citizens are Native Americans, who historically have...

Presents an overview of the health crisis in Africa, discussing HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis, and other diseases and illnesses; their causes; and what can be done about the problem.

Examines maritime piracy in recent times with case studies and analysis, and describes who the pirates are, how they operate, and the steps being taken to stop them.

Describes ecological problems in Africa such as soil degradation and desertification, threats to wildlife and native plants, pollution, and water shortages, and discusses causes and potential solutions.

This series focuses on the women's rights movement in the United States, from the 18th century to the present day. Each of the books in this series provide a historical survey of women's rights during a specific time period, profiling major figures and discussing their accomplishments and their importance in American history.

A photo-illustrated introduction to the Muslim nation of Somalia, discussing the country's place in the world, and looking at its land, history, religion, politics, economy, people, communities, and foreign relations.