Latino Almanac: From Early Explorers to Corporate Leaders

By Nicolás Kanellos Ph.D.

Book Overview

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 Fern ndez 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 G mez, 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. Jim nez, entrepreneur
Mar a Hinojosa, journalist
Dennis Ch vez, U.S. senator
Oscar Mu oz, businessperson, CEO United Airlines
Antonia Novello, surgeon general of the United States
Geraldo Miguel Rivera, journalist
Lin-Manuel Miranda, playwright, actor, director
Alex Rodr guez, baseball player
Rodolfo Anaya, novelist
Desi Arnaz, television producer, actor, singer
Jessica Mendoza, sportscaster, softball player
Nydia Vel squez, U.S. congressperson
Edward James Olmos, actor
Marco Rubio, U.S. senator
Rita Moreno, actor, dancer
C sar Ch vez, labor leader
Marcelo Claure, businessperson, former Sprint CEO
Ariel Dorfman, playwright, novelist
Miriam Col n, actress, theater owner, producer
Joaqu n 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

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1578596114
• ISBN13: 9781578596119
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Visible Ink Press
• Length: 560 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.1" x 9.2"