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An introduction to Spanish conquistador Hernando Cort?s, discussing his early life, his conquest of the Aztec empire in the sixteenth century, the establishment of a Spanish colony in the New World, and Cort?s' legacy.

Examines the life and work of Dom?nikos Theotok?poulos, the sixteenth-century artist who created his greatest works in Spain where he was known as "El Greco.".

Looks at the life and career of young superstar tennis player Rafael Nadal, a member of Spain's Olympic team in the 2008 games.

Presents a short children's history of Spanish conquistador and explorer, Francisco Pizarro and describes his life, voyages through the jungles and mountains of coastal South America, encounters with the Incas of Peru, and the brutality of Spanish conquest.

Young Princess Isabel of Spain bravely steps up to protect her younger brother, Alfonso, when he is accused of treason.

During the Spanish Inquisition, sixteen year old Estrella, brought up a Catholic, discovers her famlily's true Jewish identity, and when thier secret is betrayed by Estrella's best friend the consequences are tragic.

Presents brief narrative poems set in fifteenth-century Spain, when apprentice scribe Ramon witnesses the atrocities of the Inquisitions while Amir, born a Muslim and forced to give up his faith, is taken in by Ramon's family of Jews who were forced to convert to Christianity.

A brief account of the life and accomplishments of Christopher Columbus.

"A father, Gusti, expounds upon life with his son Mallko, who has Down syndrome"--Provided by publisher.

Explore the life and times of explorer Juan Ponce de Leon.