History of Travel - Wheels Across South America (2 DVD Set)

Viewers of HISTORY OF TRAVEL - WHEELS ACROSS SOUTH AMERICA will get a sense of what South America was like in the 1940s. Classic documentary film footage from a bygone era captures the culture, art, people, and natural beauty that makes South America such a fascinating place. Created by some of the best documentary production houses of their time, the black & white, and color film clips in this collection address everything from broad topics like natural wonders to specific ones (like innovative educational techniques in Uruguay). Produced by the US Office of Inter-American Affairs, "La Paz" offers viewers a glimpse of the stunning views that can be seen from the highest city in the world. Because the films were made by American production companies, they often emphasize the differences and similarities between North and South America, as in "Good Neighbor Family," which considers the disparities between the American and Brazilian family unit. Additional highlights include "Brazil: South American Medley,...