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When Paloma and her family travels to Buenos Aires, Argentina, for her father Santiago's UN ambassadorial appointment, Paloma decides to learn more about his life in the years leading up to the military dictatorship of 1976. But everything changes when she meets Franco Bonetti, an activist member of H.I.J.O.S., a group whose members are the children of men and women who were forcibly disappeared by the state during Argentina's "Dirty War." Franco agrees to help Paloma, but as she digs into her father's past, she begins to wonder if the truth will come at much too high a cost.

Eva Duarte de Peron, or 'Evita' as she is also called, is one of the most controversial figures in history. A minor actress when she married Argentine president-to-be Juan Peron, her political power and prestige eventually equaled, and perhaps eclipsed, his. Was she the power-hungry Marie Antoinette figure her detractors claim? Or was she really the savior of the working poor? Rare photographs and films tell Evita's real story, from her humble birth to her tragic death of cancer at 33. Close aids and bitter enemies offer their accounts, and consider why she continues to fascinate us today.

"Learn about Argentina's land and climate, plants and animals, natural resources, goods and services, indigenous peoples, cultural groups, arts and entertainment, sports, politics and government, and much more!"--Provided by publisher.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Argentina. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Seventeen-year-old Camila Hassan lives a double life in Rosario, Argentina. At home, she's the dutiful daughter living within her family's narrow expectations, but on the field, she's La Furia, a soccer player with incredible skill and talent. When her team qualifies for the South American tournament, Camila finally gets the chance to see how far her talent can take her; hopefully she'll get an athletic scholarship to a North American university. But her parents don't know about her soccer playing and she needs their permission to compete in the tournament. And Diego, the boy she's been in love with for years, is back in town on a break from playing with Juventus. As Camila is forced to confront her secrets, she struggles with her feelings for Diego and the harsh life that girls face in Rosario.

Soccer forward Lionel Messi is known for his skillful goal-scoring and his collection of awards. Readers will dive into Messi's impressive career and life.

Seventeen-year-old Camila Hassan, a rising soccer star in Rosario, Argentina, dreams of playing professionally, in defiance of her fathers' wishes and at the risk of her budding romance with Diego.

"Welcome to Argentina--home to the Andes Mountains, the Pampas, and the bustling city of Buenos Aires! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversize scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Argentina's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and fun facts complement the text"--Provided by publisher.

"This title highlights major destinations within Argentina and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Argentina, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the geography, history, government, economy, environment, and culture of Argentina. Also discusses the country's religions, language, art, and food. Includes fact boxes, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.