The Little World of Laos Author:Oden Meeker This ancient, tiny country, the land of the Million Elephants and the White Parasol, Oden Meeker says, "is surely one of the most appealing nations in the world." And he goes on the prove his point, with affection and humor. The Lao decorate their light, airy houses with graceful curlicues; they delight in festivals, sacred and profane... more ». A gentle, pacific people, they have no martial spirit; but they make excellent parachute jumpers. They may very well be the least urgent souls on earth. As a consequence, it isn't easy to Get Things Done in Laos, and Mr. Meeker is extremely entertaining about his own experiences as the first representative of CARE to that country.« less