A look at the United States of America. Case studies focus on important topics such as the Mississippi floods of 1993, the impact of drilling for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, and New York City. Graphs, charts, and statistics show the Mississippi River compared to other major rivers of the world, the U.S. population from 1950 projected through 2050, the average American family, and much more.

Introducing the United States -- Landscape and climate -- Resources -- Agriculture, industry, and trade -- People and culture -- The environment -- Challenges.