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Latino Almanac

Name: Latino Almanac
ISBN: 9781578597536

From Early Explorers to Corporate Leaders

Nicolás Kanellos,

English
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eBook - ePub

Latino Almanac

From Early Explorers to Corporate Leaders

Nicolás Kanellos,

About this book

A celebration of people and pride! Explore the achievements and contributions of Latinos in the United States with this illuminating history.

Latinos in the United States are a vibrant mix of people and multiple identities, each unique, varied, and accomplished. Beginning with the Spanish explorers in the sixteenth century, Latinos have been an important part of American society. They’ve fought the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and all wars in between and since, and in the last decade, their businesses have grown at twice the pace of the overall U.S. economy.

The most complete and affordable single-volume reference on Latino history available today, Latino Almanac: From Early Explorers to Corporate Leaders honors the history and the impact of Latinos on the United States. This hefty tome is a fascinating mix of biographies, little-known or misunderstood historical facts, and enlightening essays on significant legislation, movements, current issues, and achievements across a variety of fields, including business, labor, politics, the military, music, sports, law, media, religion, art, literature, theater, film, science, technology, and medicine. A large collection of 650 biographies includes both celebrated and lesser-known Latino stars, such as

Dolores Fernández Huerta, labor leader

Sonia Sotomayor, Supreme Court justice

Juan Felipe Herrera, U.S. poet laureate

Roberto C. Goizueta, businessperson, former CEO of Coca-Cola

Selena Gómez, actor, singer, producer

Rebecca Lobo, basketball player, sports analyst

Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, U.S. congressperson

Ellen Ochoa, astronaut, engineer

Anthony R. Jiménez, entrepreneur

María Hinojosa, journalist

Dennis Chávez, U.S. senator

Oscar Muñoz, businessperson, CEO United Airlines

Antonia Novello, surgeon general of the United States

Geraldo Miguel Rivera, journalist

Lin-Manuel Miranda, playwright, actor, director

Alex Rodríguez, baseball player

Rodolfo Anaya, novelist

Desi Arnaz, television producer, actor, singer

Jessica Mendoza, sportscaster, softball player

Nydia Velásquez, U.S. congressperson

Edward James Olmos, actor

Marco Rubio, U.S. senator

Rita Moreno, actor, dancer

César Chávez, labor leader

Marcelo Claure, businessperson, former Sprint CEO

Ariel Dorfman, playwright, novelist

Miriam Colón, actress, theater owner, producer

Joaquín Castro, chair of the Hispanic Congressional Caucus

And many, many more!

While Latinos are among both the original and newest immigrants, today the majority of U.S. Latinos were born here and most speak English—although most are bilingual to one degree or another. Their influence on the economy and culture continues to increase. Their impact on the United States has been wide-ranging. Salsa has even overtaken ketchup to become the most popular condiment in the United States! Devoted to illustrating the moving and often lost history of Latinos in America, Latino Almanac is a unique and valuable resource. Numerous photographs and illustrations, a helpful bibliography, a timeline, and an extensive index add to its usefulness. Commemorating and honoring Latino achievements, honors, and influence, this important book brings to light all there is to admire and discover about Latino Americans!

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