Latinos A Biography Of The People
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Latinos A Biography Of The People
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Author : Earl Shorris
language : en
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Release Date : 2012-01-09
Latinos A Biography Of The People written by Earl Shorris and has been published by W. W. Norton & Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-09 with Social Science categories.
"Brilliant.... A loving and detailed celebration of a diverse, beautiful and often astounding people."—Laurence Gonzales, Chicago Tribune They are sometimes called the people who died twice, once at the hands of the Spaniards and their brutal process of civilization, then at the hands of Anglos, practicing a subtler exploitation. They are Latinos, the fastest-growing minority in the United States. Earl Shorris's deeply moving narrative—enlivened by biographical sketches of Mexican Americans, Cuban Americans, Puerto Ricans, and many others struggling with the burden of a rich and terrible history—illuminates every aspect of the Latino experience in America, from language to education to social and political organization. "[A] powerful, beautifully-written and thoughtful book...likely to remain unequaled in its sweep and profundity for some time to come."—J. Jorge Klor de Alva, The New York Times Book Review "A smart, perceptive and wonderfully readable book.... Should be required reading for anyone who would hope to understand America."—Gerald Volgenau, Boston Globe
Latinos
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Author : Earl Shorris
language : en
Publisher: Turtleback
Release Date : 1992-01-01
Latinos written by Earl Shorris and has been published by Turtleback this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-01-01 with Social Science categories.
Explores the origins of the Latino people among Native Americans, their persecution at the hands of the Spaniards, and modern inroads into American society
Notable Latino Americans
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Author : Richard A. Garcia
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 1997-05-28
Notable Latino Americans written by Richard A. Garcia and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-05-28 with History categories.
U.S. Latinos have made important contributions to American society, and this biographical dictionary is devoted to celebrating those contributions. All 127 men and women profiled in this work have immigrated to or been born in the United States and have made major contributions to American life and culture. Cuban Americans, Puerto Ricans, Mexican Americans, and others of Spanish, South American, Central American and Caribbean heritage—more than one-third of them women—represent 35 fields of endeavor and all 50 states. From historical figures to the newest sports champion, figure-skater Rudy Galindo, this work provides profiles of both prominent and important but less-familiar people who have made significant contributions in their fields. Many of those profiled can be found in no other biographical source. A selection of photos complements the text. All biographies have been written by experts in their ethnic fields. Those profiled range widely from distinguished scientists to sports stars, from actors to activists, from businesswomen to political personalities, from literary luminaries to labor organizers. All are potential role models for young men and women, and many have overcome extreme odds to succeed. These colorfully written, substantive biographies detail their subjects' goals, struggles, and commitments to success and to their ethnic communities. Among the 127 people profiled are: Nobel Prize-winning scientist Luis Alvarez; Treasurer of the United States Romana Acosta Bañuelos; actor/composer/activist Rubén Blades; classical dancer Fernando Bujones; baseball player José Canseco; U.S. Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos Jr.; writer Sandra Cisneros; fashion designer Oscar de la Renta; U.S. Congressman Lincoln DÍaz-Balart; teacher Jaime Escalante; composer/singer Gloria Estefan; tennis players Gigi Fernández and Mary Joe Fernández ; playwright Mara Fornés; U.S. Men's 1996 Figure Skating Champion Rudy Galindo; physician/political activist Héctor GarcÍa; Coca-Cola CEO Roberto Goizueta; labor leader Dolores Huerta; U.S. Ambassador MarÍa-Luci Jaramillo; artist Marisol; civil-rights activist Vilma Socorro MartÍnez; businessman/politician Jorge Mas Canosa; federal judge Harold Medina; graphic artist Nicholasa Mohr; U.S. Surgeon General Antonia Novello; astronaut Ellen Ochoa; Nobel Prize-winning biochemist Severo Ochoa; TV personality Geraldo Rivera; U.S. Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen; educational psychologist George I. Sánchez; newspaper editor Roberto Suárez; women's rights activist/businesswoman MarÍa Elena Toraño-PantÍn; New York State Supreme Court Judge Edwin Torres; mystic Teresa Urrea; film producer/director Luis Valdez. For ease of use, the heading of each profile identifies ethnic group, field of endeavor, birthdate and, where appropriate, death date. Each profile concludes with a suggested reading list of books and periodical articles about the subject. An ethnic index, field of endeavor index, and a general index make research easy. This much needed reference work is essential for school and public libraries.
Latin Americans In History
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Author : Jane Smith
language : en
Publisher: Rockridge Press
Release Date : 2022-12-13
Latin Americans In History written by Jane Smith and has been published by Rockridge Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-13 with categories.
Amazing stories of Latin Americans who changed the world--for kids ages 8 to 12 Discover the incredible contributions that people of Latin American heritage have made to world history! Learn about Simón Bolívar, a Venezuelan soldier who helped many South American countries achieve independence from Spain. Meet Violeta Barrios Torres de Chamorro, a former journalist and the first female president of Nicaragua. And get to know Gloria Estefan, the famous Cuban singer and songwriter who became the "Queen of Latin Pop." From politicians and physicists to poets and painters, these biographies for kids explore 15 incredible Latin American people who used their creativity, intelligence, and strong beliefs to improve the world around them. Detailed biographies--Dive deep with stories that cover each person's entire life, including their childhood, their accomplishments, and the challenges that they faced. Learning and growing--These impressive people will inspire kids to discover their own talents and use them to achieve their dreams and support their community. Beyond the book--Want to learn more? Each biography includes activity ideas and suggestions for further reading so kids can keep exploring. Meet influential Latin Americans from a wide range of backgrounds with this illustrated Latino children's book.
Voces Latinas
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Author : Beth Johnson
language : en
Publisher: Townsend Press
Release Date : 2010-01-01
Voces Latinas written by Beth Johnson and has been published by Townsend Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-01 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Harvest Of Empire
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Author : Juan Gonzalez
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2011-05-31
Harvest Of Empire written by Juan Gonzalez and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-31 with Social Science categories.
A sweeping history of the Latino experience in the United States- thoroughly revised and updated. The first new edition in ten years of this important study of Latinos in U.S. history, Harvest of Empire spans five centuries-from the first New World colonies to the first decade of the new millennium. Latinos are now the largest minority group in the United States, and their impact on American popular culture-from food to entertainment to literature-is greater than ever. Featuring family portraits of real- life immigrant Latino pioneers, as well as accounts of the events and conditions that compelled them to leave their homelands, Harvest of Empire is required reading for anyone wishing to understand the history and legacy of this increasingly influential group.
Latino History And Culture
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Author : David J. Leonard
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-03-17
Latino History And Culture written by David J. Leonard and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-17 with History categories.
Latinos are the fastest growing population in America today. This two-volume encyclopedia traces the history of Latinos in the United States from colonial times to the present, focusing on their impact on the nation in its historical development and current culture. "Latino History and Culture" covers the myriad ethnic groups that make up the Latino population. It explores issues such as labor, legal and illegal immigration, traditional and immigrant culture, health, education, political activism, art, literature, and family, as well as historical events and developments. A-Z entries cover eras, individuals, organizations and institutions, critical events in U.S. history and the impact of the Latino population, communities and ethnic groups, and key cities and regions. Each entry includes cross references and bibliographic citations, and a comprehensive index and illustrations augment the text.
History Of Latinos
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Author : Pablo R. Mitchell
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2014-08-11
History Of Latinos written by Pablo R. Mitchell and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-08-11 with Social Science categories.
The first text of its kind to trace the combined history of Latino groups in the United States from 1500 to the present day. Latinos have lived in North America for over 400 years, arriving decades before the Pilgrims and other English settlers. Yet for many outside of Latino ethnic groups, little is known about the cultures that comprise the Latino community ... surprising considering their increasing presence in the U.S. population-over 50 million individuals at the latest census. This book explores the heritage and history of Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Dominicans, and Central and South Americans. Unlike similar history surveys on these communities, this book places the 500 years of Latino history into a single narrative. Each chapter discusses the collective group within a particular time period-moving chronologically from 1500 to the present-revealing the shared experiences of community building and discrimination in the United States, the central role of Latinas and Latinos in their communities, and the diversity that exists within the communities themselves.
Latino Americans
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Author : Ray Suarez
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2013-09-03
Latino Americans written by Ray Suarez and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-03 with History categories.
Chronicling the rich and varied history of Latinos in the United States, this companion to the PBS documentary miniseries vividly and candidly tells how the story of Latino Americans is the story of our country. Latino Americans chronicles the rich and varied history of Latinos, who have helped shaped our nation and have become, with more than fifty million people, the largest minority in the United States. Author and acclaimed journalist Ray Suarez explores the lives of Latino American men and women over a five-hundred-year span, encompassing an epic range of experiences from the early European settlements to Manifest Destiny; the Wild West to the Cold War; the Great Depression to globalization; and the Spanish-American War to the civil rights movement. Latino Americans shares the personal struggles and successes of immigrants, poets, soldiers, and many others—individuals who have made an impact on history, as well as those whose extraordinary lives shed light on the times in which they lived, and the legacy of this incredible American people.
History Of Latinos
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Author : Pablo Mitchell
language : en
Publisher: Greenwood
Release Date : 2014-08-11
History Of Latinos written by Pablo Mitchell and has been published by Greenwood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-08-11 with Social Science categories.
"'History of Latinos: Exploring Diverse Roots' takes a new approach to the history of Latina/os in the United States. In the past, textbooks have divided the histories of Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Dominicans, and Central and South Americans into separate chapters, concentrating on the arrival and settlement of each group in the United States. This book, while paying careful attention to the unique historical trajectory of diverse Latina/o communities, takes a different path, drawing the various groups into a single narrative and highlighting the interactions and shared communities formed by Latinas and Latinos. This shared Latina/o history framework also allows us to see some broader trends in U.S. history such as the uneveness of citizenship and belonging, the middle area that so many people in the past, and in the present, have occupied between exclusion on the one hand and full inclusion and membership in the nation on the other. ... Chapters will cover a critical period in Latina/o history, beginning in the 1500s and ending in the first decade of the twenty-first century. Chapters will also include short profiles of important Latinas and Latinos."--