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Portraits of Hispanic American heroes Cover Image Book

Portraits of Hispanic American heroes / by Juan Felipe Herrera ; paintings by Raúl Colón.

Herrera, Juan Felipe, (author.). Colón, Raúl, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"An inspiring tribute to Hispanic Americans who have made a positive impact on the world. This visually stunning book showcases twenty Hispanic and Latino American men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, science, humanitarianism, and athletics. Gorgeous portraits complement sparkling biographies of Cesar Chavez, Sonia Sotomayor, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and many more. Complete with timelines and famous quotes, this tome is a magnificent homage to those who have shaped our nation. In this volume: Adelina Otero-Warren, Bernardo de Galvez, Cesar Chavez, David Farragut, Dennis Chavez, Desi Arnaz, Dolores Huerta, Ellen Ochoa, Helen Rodriguez Trias, Hero Street USA, Ignacio Lozano, Jaime Escalante, Joan Baez, Judy Baca, Julia de Burgos, Luis Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Roberte Clemente, Sonia Sotomayor, and Tomas Rivera"-- Provided by publisher.
"Twenty Hispanic American artists, scientists, athletes, activists and political leaders are profiled in this stunning picture book, complete with inspirational quotes and distinctive expressionist portraits"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780803738096
  • ISBN: 0803738099
  • Physical Description: 96 pages : color illustrations ; 27 x 21 cm
  • Publisher: New York, New York : Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, [2014]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 92-96).
Study Program Information Note:
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.7 3 169702.

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Subject:
Hispanic Americans > Biography.
Hispanic Americans > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Biographies.

Available copies

  • 36 of 36 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.

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Jacksonville Main Library J920.0092 HER (Text) 36015000594768 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -