hispanic americans

Presents a comprehensive study of the struggle for Latin civil rights in the United States, and discusses discrimination in the workplace, education, and within the community as well as immigration reform.

Examines the various faiths within the Hispanic community and discusses how religious faith is closely tied to everyday life.

A collection of Latino literature, poetry, artwork, and commentary celebrating the contributions of three generations of twentieth century Americans of Mexican, Caribbean, and South American descent.

Presents biographical information on more than 470 notable Hispanic men and women in a variety of fields, focusing primarily on contemporary twentieth century individuals, but also including entries on historical figures from as far back as the fifteenth century.

When cheerleading tryouts begin, Claudia Cortez, upset over the fact that only popular girls get chosen for the squad, sets out to change the way tryouts work. Unfortunately, her friend doesn't agree with her actions, as she also wishes to become a cheerleader.

Soledad's friends help her discover the many things that she can do to entertain herself when she is alone in her apartment.

Julio hides his own leadership ambitions to help another candidate win the nomination for class president.

Presents critical essays that provide information on the lives, work, and accomplishments of 514 Hispanic American men and women from throughout history who have made contributions to the arts, business, politics, science, philosophy, music, philanthropy, religion, and other fields; arranged alphabetically by last name, with sidebars, photographs, suggestions for further reading, and three indexes.

Profiles one hundred iconic Hispanic entertainers from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries; and features Antonio Banderas, Roberto G?mez Bola?os, Ra?l Juli?, Selena, and many others. Presented in English and Spanish.

Contains articles that explore the role of Latinos in the U.S., featuring a chronology, historical overview, brief profiles of notable Latinos, and notes on cultural contributions for each state; arranged alphabetically from Alabama to Missouri.