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When a tragic plane crash took the life of singer and actress Jenni Rivera on December 9, 2012, the world lost an artist whose talents transcended borders and even languages. One of this generation's most beloved singers, Rivera achieved 15 platinum and 5 double platinum records while selling more than 15 million albums total. Popular in both the United States and Mexico, Rivera played to sold-out crowds across North America, and in 2009, she was...
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"This title introducing Cesar Chavez will make readers want to go out and make a change. The title starts off with Cesar's humble beginnings in Arizona with this poor family and takes you with him on his path to being one of the greatest advocates for Latino and farmworker rights. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs."--Publisher's website.
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When Reyna Grande's father leaves his wife and three children behind in a village in Mexico to make the dangerous trek across the border to the United States, he promises he will soon return from "El Otro Lado" (The Other Side) with enough money to build them a dream house where they can all live together. His promises become harder to believe as months turn into years. When he summons his wife to join him, Reyna and her siblings are deposited in...
26) Yo, Naomi León
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When Naomi's absent mother resurfaces to claim her, Naomi runs away to Mexico with her great-grandmother and younger brother in search of her father.
27) Tia's tamales
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One snowy day, Luz's grandmother teaches her how to make tamales while telling her the story of how Luz's great-grandfather was taught by his aunt. Includes recipe for tamales.
En un día friolento la abuela le enseña a Luz como hacer tamales mientras le cuenta como Diego, el bisabuelo de Luz, aprendió lo mismo de su tía. Este libro ilustrado para niños incluye una receta.
29) Bless me, Ultima
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In New Mexico in the time of WWII, a young man goes to an aged medicine woman and forms a relationship which helps him challenge the fight amid the good and the evil that storms through his village.
30) César Chávez
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Biography of the Mexican-American labor activist who organized and led the braceros, or migrant farm workers, in their struggle for better working conditions.
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"A book of essays spanning the author's career a[nd] reflecting upon the various homes she's lived in around the world"--
Desde Chicago a México, los lugares en los que Sandra Cisneros ha vivido han servido de inspiración para sus trabajos ya clásicos de ficción y poesía. Sin embargo, una casa propia, un lugar en el que realmente pueda echar raíces, la ha eludido. En esta autobiografía rompecabezas, formada de ensayos e imágenes a través...
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Worried that Papa Espada cannot find a job, Tía Lola, Juanita, Miguel, and the "Sword" sisters decide to start a bed and breakfast at Colonel Charlebois's Vermont house.
"Con la ayuda de sus sobrinos y de las tres hermanas Espada, tía Lola abrirá a las puertas de la majestuosa casa antigua del coronel Charlebois a visitantes de todas las procedencias. Pero pronto se darán cuenta de que poner a funcionar este pequeño hotel no resulta tan fácil...
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Having come from Mexico to California ten years ago, fourteen-year-old Francisco is still working in the fields but fighting to improve his life and complete his education.
Venido de México a California hace diez años, Francisco todavía trabaja en los campos, pero a la edad de catorce ya está luchando para mejorar su vida y para terminar su educación.
38) Family
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A reluctant participant in the González family reunion, Daniel has some pleasant surprises and discovers the meaning of family.
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Tony faces the daunting prospect of growing up amidst constant religious and cultural uncertainty. His mother is a devoted Catholic, but her influence is challenged by Ultima--a woman with magical healing powers. As Tony follows his own path toward adulthood, he relies on Ultima's wisdom. With her guidance, he is able to forge his unique identity.
"Antonio Marez tiene seis años cuando Última viene a quedarse con su familia. Última es una curandera,...
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Max's lucha libre adventures volume 3
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Max seems like any other kid until he is asked to join the Lucha Libre Club, but because of strict secrecy he cannot tell anyone of his royal wrestling blood, his uncle the king of lucha libre, The Guardian Angel.
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