Hispanics of achievement

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Diego Rivera

Examines the life and times of the noted Mexican muralist, discussing his art and politics.
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Gloria Estefan

Profiles the Cuban-american pop singer who is the leader of the popular Latin musical group, the Miami Sound Machine.

Gloria Estefan

Profiles the Cuban-American pop singer.

Placido Domingo

1992
Profiles the life and career of the Spanish opera singer who is also known in the world of popular music.

Cesar Chavez

1991
Biography of the Mexican-American labor activist who organized and led the braceros, or migrant farm workers, in their struggle for better working conditions.

Juan Gonzalez

1995
A biography of Hispanic baseball player Juan Gonzalez highlighting his professional career and his dedication to helping others.

Julio Iglesias

1994
Text and photographs present an account of the life and career of Julio Iglesias who has been called the most popular singer in the world.

Anthony Quinn

1999
Discusses the life and career of the Mexican American actor who has starred in such movies as "Viva Zapata," "Lawrence of Arabia," and "The Shoes of the Fisherman.".

Pablo Picasso

1994
Discusses the life and work of the well-known twentieth-century painter, describing how his art was influenced by the events in Spain and his early years there.

Henry Cisneros

1999
A biography of the Mexican American mayor of San Antonio who became Secretary of Housing and Urban Development in the Clinton Administration.

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