Books in Hispanic Heritage series

Examines the history, culture, and art of Puerto Rico; profiles important Puerto Rican Americans; and discusses Puerto Rican influence on American culture.

Relates the life story of the Catholic priest who became an activist in working to free Mexico from Spanish rule

The life of high adventure lived by the general whose victories would eventually liberate Latin America from Spanish rule illuminates the emergence of modern Central and South America.

Relates the life story of the Catholic priest who became an activist in working to free Mexico from Spanish rule.

A biography of President Bush's Surgeon General, focusing on her childhood in Puerto Rico, personal medical problems, training and practice as a pediatrician, and opinions on today's health issues.

Illustrates the exciting story of the military genius and political seer who led much of Central and South America in their successful fight for freedom from Spain.

Traces the life of the Cuban poet and revolutionary who successfully organized a revolt against Spanish rule

Hispanic Americans, like other minority groups, have had to fight to be treated fairly. This book explains both the history and the reality of the Latino civil rights movement.

Hispanic athletes are leading the way in American sports; moviegoers flock to see Latinas and Latinos in movies, while other Hispanic Americans have gained fame for their television roles; and saucy Latin rhythms can be heard every hour on pop radio stations. This book tells you the story of some of these Hispanic Americans.

Recounts the inspiring story of the young seventeenth-century Mexican girl who, forbidden a formal education and opposed by the Spanish Inquisition, became one of Mexico's greatest writers and thinkers.

An inspiring biography of George Bush's Surgeon General chronicles the story of a Puerto Rican girl born with a chronic health problem who rose to become an important figure in the health world.

Traces the life and career of the award-winning actor, looks at his roles in television and motion pictures, and describes his efforts to help the Hispanic community