[R] Maps from PX-Map files

[F. Tusell]

I have been handed a CD ROM with statistical data readable with a 
program named PC-Axis. There
is the possibility of creating custom maps to display the data. 
Aparently, this is handled by a program
named PX-Map. Looking in the CD ROM I see files with extension .shp 
which I guess contain
information about boundaries or shapes.

Does any one know if there is a way to use this information from within 
R? I have been looking at
the maps package and the GRASS interface to no avail. Any help appreciated.

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