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De La Hoya, Oscar
2 Reviews
(3)
YA
Great Hispanic Heritage series.
These biographies of Latino sports figures are bound to interest sports-loving readers. Rob Maaddi is a sports journalist, and the books provide vivid details about baseball (Clemente) and boxing (De La Hoya). Also included are informative scene-setting historical details and background about two men who overcame great odds to become sports heroes. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Great Hispanic Heritage titles: Oscar De La Hoya and Roberto Clemente.
Reviewer: Tim Wadham
(4)
4-6
Latinos in the Limelight series.
These formulaic biographies profile well-known Latinos in business, the arts, and sports. After a chapter about the subject's childhood and early years, the books provide basic background information about his or her career. The adulatory texts are accompanied by average-quality photos. A chronology and, where appropriate, lists of accomplishments and awards are appended. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman
2 reviews
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