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1) Jerusalem
Author
Language
English
Description
Non nobis, Domine, non nobis, sed Nomine Tuo da gloriam. "Not to us, O Lord, but to Your Name give glory." This motto highlights the vows of chastity and humility taken by the Knights Templar. But, it also speaks to their role as ferocious warriors, passionately and bloodily seeking out glory for their God. Set in the Holy Land in 1187 A.D., Cecelia Holland's historical novel masterfully explores the conspiracies and political maneuvers leading up...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Latin America is a region that consists of 13 dependencies and 20 countries including Argentina and Brazil. Because of the area's wide breadth, diverse geography, and unique colonization patterns, there are many distinct sub-cultures that all offer a different perspective on life in the region. Along with eye-catching full-color images, this book's informative narrative examines these many cultures and explains how they came to be. Guided by sidebars...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Against the background of a thousand years of vivid history, acclaimed writer Marie Arana tells the timely and timeless stories of three contemporary Latin Americans whose lives represent three driving forces that have shaped the character of the region: exploitation (silver), violence (sword), and religion (stone). Leonor Gonzales lives in a tiny community perched 18,000 feet above sea level in the Andean cordillera of Peru, the highest human habitation...
Series
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
55th edition.
Language
English
Description
"The World Today Series: Latin America offers the latest available economic, demographic, political, and cultural information. Including solid statistical data expressing freedom, violence, and governmental orientation. Consideration is given to the evolving relationships with the United States and other Latin American nations. Revisions have also addressed new historical interpretations, for example, of the history of Mexico and latest political...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
Simple text and illustrations provide a brief introduction to how Christmas is celebrated in Latin America, discussing traditions, foods that are eaten, and more.
Author
Publisher
G. P. Putnam's Sons
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Language
English
Description
The Christian ruler of the Kingdom of Jerusalem following the First Crusade, Baudouin IV, struggles to hold his throne despite political intrigue, personal health risks, and the growing threat of Saladin and his army.
13) The Aeneid
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"For two thousand years, the epic tale of Aeneas' dramatic flight from Troy, his doomed love affair with Dido, his descent into the underworld, and the bloody story behind the establishment of Rome has electrified audiences around the world. In Vergil's telling, Aeneas' heroic journey not only gave Romans and Italians a thrilling origin story, it established many of the fundamental themes of Western life and literature--the role of duty and self-sacrifice,...
Author
Publisher
Godwin Books/Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Discover how 40 influential Latinas became the women we celebrate today. They followed their dreams--and just might encourage you to follow yours!" -- Back cover. "A celebration of Latinas and Latin American women who followed their dreams, with portraits and short bios"-- Menéndez shares information about influential Latinas from all over Latin America and across the United States. Each two-page spread includes a full-page drawing of the woman as...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKidss Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
"Day of the Dead is a very important holiday in Latin America. It is sometimes incorrectly thought of as a morbid holiday, or a Mexican version of Halloween. While the word "dead" or "muertos" is in the name, this holiday is the way that the people of Mexico honor the lives of ancestors, celebrate the joy of life, and connect with their Mexican heritage. Young readers will enjoy the amazing, colorful photographs of the Day of the Dead celebration,...
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"A James Beard Award-nominated bartender explores the history and culture of Latin American spirits in this stunningly photographed travelogue--with 70 irresistible cocktails featuring tequila, rum, pisco, and more. Through its in-depth look at drinking culture throughout Latin America, this gorgeous book offers a rich cultural and historical context for understanding Latin spirits. Ivy Mix has dedicated years to traveling south, getting to know Latin...
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2017].
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
A collection of short stories featuring Latin Americans allows readers to experience life through their eyes, celebrate their victories, and see their hardships.
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