latin america

Presents an alphabetical listing of English words, each matched with the most widely used Spanish equivalent, and followed by variations according to Spanish-speaking country; features a Spanish-English dictionary; and includes an English-Spanish listing of words, grouped by subject.

A biography of Argentine revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara that discusses his childhood, education, travels, impact on the Cuban revolution, accomplishments and struggles, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a timeline, and an interview with Tom Hayden.

A biography of Argentinean revolutionary leader, Che Guevara, discussing how he became a rebel leader and created an anti-capitalist movement, came to help overthrow the Cuban dictatorship in 1959, and his assassination by the Bolivian army and the world's reaction.

Presents more than a hundred Hispanic and Native American legends and folk stories from twenty countries, grouped by theme.

Illustrations and rhythmic text celebrate the life and music of singer Celia Cruz, as a young fan attends a neighborhood dance party and hears loss, happiness, Latin American culture, and more in her voice and lyrics. Includes translations of Spanish words used.

Describes the music types, musical styles, sounds, and instruments characteristic of Latin America and the Caribbean, discusses the role of music in the culture and religion of the regions, and looks at how new technologies, as well outside influences, have changed Latin American and Caribbean music.

Contains sixteen legends from the Spanish-speaking cultures of Latin America, presented in English with the Spanish translation on facing pages, and includes a bilingual vocabulary list.

Presents the biography of the life and political philosophy of Latin American revolutionary and guerilla fighter, Ernesto Guevara and describes his association with Cuba's Fidel Castro.

Describes how Latin America was affected by the Cold War, discussing how different cities and countries felt the brunt of the global tensions.