(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. Chávez's nonviolent approach to political reform is presented within the context of the civil rights movement. The text highlights his determination to overcome discrimination and his role in creating the first organized union for migrant laborers. Photographs (some of poor quality), quotes, and sidebars help round out the biography. Occasional typos and misuse of accent marks are distracting. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. These biographies explore the lives and work of Mexico's most famous artistic couple. Both volumes provide personal information and political context; sidebars offer additional facts about influential artistic or political movements and relevant historical figures. The photographs and reproductions, which vary in quality, help readers appreciate each artist's work. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics titles: Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. These biographies explore the lives and work of Mexico's most famous artistic couple. Both volumes provide personal information and political context; sidebars offer additional facts about influential artistic or political movements and relevant historical figures. The photographs and reproductions, which vary in quality, help readers appreciate each artist's work. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics titles: Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. This biography celebrates the life and career of Nancy Lopez, highlighting her determination to overcome discrimination as well as her commitment to prioritizing family. The text recounts Lopez's record-breaking wins, pivotal role in promoting women's golf, and enduring popularity among fans, providing ample material for report writers. Numerous photographs (some poorly placed) illustrate the text. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. The subjects are here presented within the context of culture and identity. García Márquez explores political themes in the author's work. Alvarez emphasizes her determination to develop an authentic female voice that reflects her multicultural experience. In Lopez, fact and fluff blur in the manner of the book's celebrity magazine primary sources. Text and photos vary greatly in style and quality. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics titles: Julia Alvarez, Jennifer Lopez, and Gabriel García Márquez.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. The subjects are here presented within the context of culture and identity. García Márquez explores political themes in the author's work. Alvarez emphasizes her determination to develop an authentic female voice that reflects her multicultural experience. In Lopez, fact and fluff blur in the manner of the book's celebrity magazine primary sources. Text and photos vary greatly in style and quality. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics titles: Julia Alvarez, Jennifer Lopez, and Gabriel García Márquez.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. Hillstrom provides a comprehensive play-by-play of Pelé's legendary career, including his role in promoting U.S. soccer. Die-hard fans will enjoy the sportscaster-style recounting of matches and photos of Pelé in action; report writers may resort to skimming entire sections. Photos vary in style and quality. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin

(4) YA 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics series. The subjects are here presented within the context of culture and identity. García Márquez explores political themes in the author's work. Alvarez emphasizes her determination to develop an authentic female voice that reflects her multicultural experience. In Lopez, fact and fluff blur in the manner of the book's celebrity magazine primary sources. Text and photos vary greatly in style and quality. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these 20th Century's Most Influential Hispanics titles: Julia Alvarez, Jennifer Lopez, and Gabriel García Márquez.

Reviewer: Pamela Mishkin