LIFE IN THE HIGH ANDES

Duration: 11 min

Year Published: 1961

Format: 16mm

Color: Color & B&W

Sound: Sound

Description: Explains how life in high mountain regions is affected by altitude and climate. Pictures an Indian family living in a mountain valley of Peru, and shows how farming, grazing, and weaving are important to their lives. Discusses the influences of the ancient Incan civilization on these people, and presents views of market day in the village.

Complete Record: Source: Coronet Interest level: el-jh Guide: Guide Price: b&w $60, color $110 Format: sd b&w or color Catalog numbers: LC card Fi A 61-142

Metadata Source:Educational film guide. Supplements (1959-62)