Central America--Geography of the Americas

Describes the three main topographical regions of Central America--the hot lowlands, the temperate plateau, and the cool mountain lands--and shows the effects of the climate on the inhabitants and the crops. Shows how coffee is grown and processed and how bananas are grown and shipped. Discusses the economic importance of the Panama Canal. Educational collaborator, Donald D Brand., Presents an overview of the six Central American Republics and British Honduras. Describes topographical regions in relationship to their climates, and the effects on the inhabitants and their crops.

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William J. Ketteringham

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Describes the three main topographical regions of Central America--the hot lowlands, the temperate plateau, and the cool mountain lands--and shows the effects of the climate on the inhabitants and the crops. Shows how coffee is grown and processed and how bananas are grown and shipped. Discusses the economic importance of the Panama Canal. Educational collaborator, Donald D Brand., Presents an overview of the six Central American Republics and British Honduras. Describes topographical regions in relationship to their climates, and the effects on the inhabitants and their crops.NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.

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  2. Wikipedia — List of Coronet Films — title, year, creator, length, color, credits
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