Mountain life can be difficult, but people all over the world have adapted to the extremes of weather and temperature that are a part of living at high altitudes. This insightful book looks at how people who live in mountain habitats farm, raise animals, and survive in harsh environments.

Includes index.

Human habitats -- Mountain habitats -- Life in the Tien Shan Mountains -- Life in the Himalayas -- Life in the Andes Mountains -- Ancient life in the Andes Mountains -- Activity.