Books in The Twentieth Century's Most Influential Hispanics series

Profiles the world's most famous guerrilla fighter, who helped lead the Cuban revolution in 1959.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the cofounder of the United Farm Workers, the first successful union for some of the most exploited people in the country.

Describes the life and career of Nancy Lopez, from her childhood and amateur career to her rise in the professional golf world and her induction into the LPGA Hall of Fame.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the first Hispanic woman to travel into space.

Presents the life and accomplishments of one of the world's most prominent Latin musicians who virtually reinvented Latin rock.

Retells the life and career of Diego Rivera, including his early life and education as an artist and how his murals touched upon controversial socio-political issues in Mexico at the time.

Chronicles the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, artistic style, and marriage to Diego Rivera.

Profiles the world-famous Brazilian soccer player, discussing his personal life and career.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the human rights activist who won the Noble Peace Prize in 1992 for her work to stop the oppression of her people, the Mayas of Guatemala.

A biography of the Hall of Fame baseball player from Puerto Rico.

Presents the life story of the Mexican-American labor leader who helped achieve justice for migrant farm workers by creating a union to protect their rights.

Discusses the personal and professional life of the Hispanic American actress and singer.