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I'LL ALWAYS LOVE THIS BOOK!
I like this story of Jaun Diego's vision. I read it over and over again. In choir, I learned the song Saddened Eyes. It's about Guadalope`, and one of my mom's favorite songs. I like the the picture of Guadalupe` on Juan Diego's touma. I love this book ever so much! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1474-1548   2. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks   3. Children: Kindergarten   4. Fairy Tales & Folklore - Country/Ethnic-General   5. Guadalupe, Our Lady of   6. Juan Diego,   7. Juvenile Fiction   8. Juvenile literature   9. Religion - Christianity   10. Saint,   

Subjects:  1. Architecture   2. Decorating   3. Decorating - General   4. Domestic   5. House & Home   6. International Architecture - General   7. Residential Interior Design   8. Vernacular Architecture   9. Architecture / General   

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Stunning. A Glossy tribute to the late, great Eva Peron!
Extraordinary and hauntingly beautiful! These words which can easily describe Eva Peron herself can also be used to describe this book. The full page photographs are stunning and show every aspect of Eva Peron's life. Her physical transformation and her larger than life story are cleary displayed within it's pages. The book offers a brief biography but who wants to read when you can look at excellent, never before seen photographs of the former Argentine First Lady in all the slendour of her beauty. It is a shame that books like this are hard to come by and I was unable to find a copy here in Canada. The handsome black and white photographs more than make up for the high cost of the book. Fascinating and visually stimulating!

UNFORGETTABLE! IRRESISTABLE! A visual feast!
Eva Peron was at a time, one of the most photographed woman in the world (to date, she remains the only Latin American First Lady to appear on the cover of TIME magazine). Looking at this book, it's not hard to see why. A strikingly attractive and elegant woman- she possessed a rare, fragile beauty that is clearly evident in these glossy black and white photographs. Those looking for an in depth biography of this influential woman may be disapointed in the lack of information (the book does include a brief biography and each photograph contain notes and factual information pertaining to that particular photo) but considering the numerous in depth biographies out there, a book like this is a refreshing change. Respectful, accurate and a visual delight, this book is sure to please her legion of admirers- old and new. Highly recommended.

Eva Peron, Argentina's Golden Goddess
This is a fabulous book which follows the life of Eva Peron through photographs. Francisco M. Rocha tells his account of Eva's life in about seven pages, so there is not a lot of reading to be done. Instead you get hundreds of beautiful pictures ... if a picture is worth a thousand words, this book speaks volumes. There are lots of never before seen photo's from Eva's early life, many studio portraits from her acting days, as well as one of the few surviving official portraits of the Perons. To me the most touching photos are those from the days following her death. It was a fitting tribute to Evita, the thousands of Argentines standing in line for hours and sometimes days just to catch one last glimpse of her beautiful face. As well as the millions of flowers filling the streets of Buenos Aires. You can almost feel the grief that filled the air through those tragic days.

There are also many photos of Eva's decline ... that proud, elegant creature shrunken down to a fragile waif and of her triumphant tour through Europe. The Peron's lavish life-stlye is also on display here ... the legendary Dior gowns, the millions of dollars worth of jewelry and the palatial Presidential Palace (destroyed in the revoltion of 1955) where Evita kept a storeroom for clothing, food and also offered as a shelter to the homeless.

Evita's life was distinctly cut up into sections, her poor childhood, her acting days, the glorious days as First lady, and her death. The are all documented her beautifully in the lavish photos and detailed captions.

Eva Peron is perhaps one of history's greatest mysteries. Many have called her a whore and a thief. Still there are countless others who attest to her sainthood. The truth is no one really knows what Evita was hiding behind those piercing eyes and no one ever will. What we do know is that in her short life, she accomplished amazing feats. For a poor illegitimate girl from the pampas to reinvent herself as an actress is extraordinary. For an actress no one took seriously to become the First Lady of Argentina and to win over the hearts of millions really is mind blowing. Evita was only 33 years old when she died, who knows what else she could have accomplished? ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1919-1952   2. Argentina   3. Biography   4. Biography & Autobiography   5. Biography / Autobiography   6. Historical   7. Historical - General   8. History   9. History: World   10. Peron, Eva,   11. Pictorial works   12. Political   13. Presidents' spouses   14. South America - History   15. Perón, Eva   16. Photography / Portraits   

Subjects:  1. 1580?-1639   2. American - Hispanic American   3. Criticism and interpretation   4. European - Spanish & Portuguese   5. Literary Criticism   6. Literature - Classics / Criticism   7. Ruiz de Alarcon, Juan,   8. Literary Criticism & Collections / Spanish & Portuguese   9. Literature: History & Criticism   10. Plays & playwrights: 16th to 18th centuries   11. Spain   12. Spanish   

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The Upside Down Boy
This multi-cultural storybook celebrates diversity through both the telling of the story and the inclusion of two languages: English and Spanish. Juanito is the son of migrant workers from Mexico. Neither of his parents had the opportunity to complete school, but realize the importance of education. When Juanito reaches school age, his parents settle down so that he may regularly attend. At first the new schedules feel strange to Juanito and he is often doing the wrong thing during designated times. However, once he adjusts, he discovers his beautiful singing voice, artistic talent, and receives high marks for a poem he wrote. He and his parents are proud of the success Juanito finds in school despite the challenge of adapting to an unfamiliar language and culture. The vibrant illustrations promote the positive feeling towords multiculturalism portrayed in this picture storybook. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 20th century   2. Biography   3. Biography & Autobiography - General   4. Childhood and youth   5. Children's 4-8 - Biography / Autobiography   6. Herrera, Juan Felipe   7. Juvenile Fiction   8. Juvenile literature   9. Mexican American poets   10. People & Places - United States - Hispanic/Latino   11. Poets, American   12. School & Education   13. Social Situations - New Experience   14. Spanish: Grades 1-2   

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Unbelievably potent photographs of Spain¿s Civil War
Capa is considered one of the fathers of modern combat photography. These photographs clearly verify that fact. The modern combat photographers that have come after were all aware of Capa's work and if they didn't overtly copy his style, they certainly used it as a foundation. The potency of these photographs are not so much the action they sometimes capture, but in the faces set in the multitude of back drops of war. The viciousness and tragedy of this conflict hotly radiate out of some of these photographs. Others coolly reflect despair and fear. The book is at the same time a statement about war and a valuable historical document.

Thank God the communists lost in Spain
This collection of photos are important for the sake of history but must be evaluated in the proper context: Capa and the Loyalists sought to establish a Stalinist state in Spain, not a "democracy". The creation of a Stalinist state would have brought terror, murder, etc. upon the Spanish people and would have destroyed the country. I believe that the record of history (and my own personal experience as a Spaniard) has proven that the Nationalist victory was the best thing that could have happened to Spain at the time. Just look at the atrocities (tens of millions of dead, terror, etc) the Communists committed in Russia, Eastern Europe, Vietnam, and on and on and on; who in their right mind would wish that on anyone? Franco punished some of the loyalists but the overwhelming majority were welcomed back into society. Now that the Soviet Union has fallen and that ridiculous "philosophy" of "communism" has been proven to be one of the worst disasters visited upon mankind those who tried to force that evil upon Spain during the Civil War should hang their heads in shame. Viva Espana!

To read this book is to see the heart of Robert Capa
This book shows the heart of the Spainish people as they fought for their freedom. One could ask, "What Price Freedom?" Robert Capa lost his one true love when Gerda Taro was killed. To read through this book, to look at the pictures, is to look into the heart of Robert Capa.

Bob we all miss you. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1913-1954   2. Capa, Robert,   3. Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions   4. Europe - Spain & Portugal   5. Exhibitions   6. History - General History   7. Photo Essays   8. Photography   9. Photojournalism   10. Spain   11. Spain And Portugal - History   12. War photography   

Subjects:  1. Macula Lutea   2. Medical   3. Medical / Nursing   4. Ophthalmology   5. Retinal Diseases   6. Surgery   

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Excellent text book
This book is a valuable resource for students, teachers and
researchers. The coverage is broad within the subject area,
whilst the material is both accessible and authoritative.
This third edition includes valuable extensions and updates
to the earlier ones.

I am glad to recommend this text to my students at each of
undergraduate (BEng/MEng), taught postgraduate (MSc) and
research (MPhil, PhD)levels to support their learning and
use of transport models. The book makes an especially suitable
text for transport modelling courses at MSc level.

Just about the best book available on the subject
I find "Modelling transport" (2nd edition) to be the best available in its field. It covers just about everything a transport modeller has to know and benefits from one of its authors being an academic researcher and the other a consultant. Both are recognized worldwide as being renowned experts, and the fact that one has an academic bias and the other a practical inclination makes the end product just about unbeatable. In recent years it has been the only reference work I have needed to consult. The title "modelling transport" makes it clear that the book does not cover economic and other evaluation techniques. I think that it would be an even better product if it did, considering the close relation between a transport model and the economic evaluation procedure which should be applied to determining the benefits of the network modifications it models. Inconsistency between the model and the evaluation can lead one to doubt the results of the latter. Maybe this point could be addressed in the third edition.

Very clear and complete, therefore extremely useful.
I frequently use Ortuzar and Willumsen book (I have used both editions) and I think it is one of the best books in this field. It gives the fundmental basics of transportation in a clear and straight-forward way. For the cloth cover edition price, it is a good deal. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Choice of transportation   2. Engineering - Civil   3. General   4. Mathematical models   5. Science/Mathematics   6. Technology   7. Transportation   8. Trip generation   9. Technology / Engineering / Civil   10. Transport planning & policy   

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OUTSTANDING !!
Tomas de Elia great photographs capture not only the european architecture of the Argentine houses and gardens but also the romantic atmosphere of the pampas. The book is impeccably designed and lavishly illustrated and allow us to wander into a part of the Argentine private world closed off to all but the most adventurous.

Glorious photographs
I found this Rizzoli hard bound book a delight to read and look through. The pictures are of outside & inside views including landscapes & gardens. I never knew anything about Argentina before I bought this book. About 22 properties photographed. Text is clear, specific and inviting. Also have FAZENDAS - THE GREAT HOUSES & PLANTATIONS OF BRAZIL which is just as good. If you are a visual person and see a 1,000 things in a photograph, this book is for you. Certainly made me realise that not the great buildings are in Europe or USA. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Architectural & Industrial   2. Architectural photography   3. Architecture   4. Argentina   5. Farmhouses   6. Haciendas   7. Photoessays & Documentaries   8. Photography   9. Pictorial works   10. Residential Buildings Architecture   

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Everyone, this is truely a wonderful book
I read this book in the sixth grade, and I thought I should just read it because my teacher, Ms. Aperribay, had us and I didn't want to get a "F" for this work. So I read it, bored with it in the first chapter. Then... I thought it was wonderful! Juan de Pareja is a true story of a slave of the famous painter, Diego de Silva y Velazquez, and he studies, just by watching, the arts of true painting. Secretly, he does his own pieces, and they are beautiful! He wishes he could share it with someone, but if he tells, he will be sinned because slaves aren't supposed to paint! This book disserves a 100 thumbs up, but I guess there is no such thing. I read this in spanish, and even though I didn't understand it well, I loved it.

Supremely Intelligent and Well-Done
Based on "thin threads" of truth, "I, Juan de Pareja" explores the relationship between famous 17th-century Spanish painter Diego Velazquez and his black slave, Juan de Pareja. Written in first person as if Juan is really telling his story, it is the chronicle of much of Juan's life and and his colorful experiences as apprentice to a master painter.

There are many excellent aspects of this book, yet I think that the "strength" of the character of Juan is the book's biggest asset. Many books that are simply first person narratives are dry and boring, yet one could never complain of boredom while reading "I, Juan de Pareja." Juan's intelligence shines through in every page and his intuitiveness fills the book with detail. Also, his struggle to paint (because Spanish slaves at the time were forbidden to practice the arts) is fascinating, suspenseful, and ultimately inspiring. This book would not be a 5-star read without a strong character like Juan.

Historical detail also adds great richness to the book. Author de Trevino has captured the mood of 17th century Spain perfectly, and her accounts of Juan's Italian travels fascinate the reader as well. Art facts and descriptions are well-placed, and the reader will find themselves interested in the rich history presented in the book, rather than bored by it.

Furthermore, supporting characters are excellent! The portrayal of Diego Velazquez was well-imagined by the author, and the master painter's comments ring with insight and truth. The nobles, the painter's family, the Spanish king, Dutch painter Ruebens...they all come to life in "I, Juan de Pareja."

Finally, the end of the book is triumphant and fitting. I can't say much more without spoiling the book, but trust me, it's one of the most well-done endings you could find. It is hard to find a single flaw in this book. Vibrant history, excellent characters...why aren't more people reading this book?

This book is a pathetic attempt for a novel
The theme of this novel I believe is something around equality or injustice. But the author poorly displays the emotions and feelings, but the storyline about a poor painter who commits crimes weakens its affect. The life of a painter has little to do with injustice, and being deprived of splashing ink onto a canvas isn't a powerful topic, nor injustice in large quantities. If the story were something of higher stakes, the message would have been brought better. The works of Dalasquez have been forgotten in the snap of a finger. As stated before, the irrelavent topic of art is constantly replaced. Art is a fad, and I, Juan De Pareja is the tale of a painter being deprived of being part of a fad. If the author wants a tale of injustice involving fads, he could just capture the diary of a teenager. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General   2. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 10-12)   3. Classics   4. Juvenile Fiction / General   

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Evergreen pacific Cruising Guide
This is a great guide tot the coastal waters of Washington and the Puget Sound. It gives you information about anything such as where to eat to where to get gas for your boat, as well as details on mooring and boat launching. This is an essential book for the weekend excursion boater. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Boats and boating   2. Juan de Fuca, Strait of (B.C. and Wash.)   3. Maps   4. Puget Sound Region   5. Reference   6. San Juan Islands   7. Washington (State)   

Subjects:  1. 1474-1548   2. Children's 4-8 - Religion - General   3. Classics   4. Diego, Juan,   5. Guadalupe, Our Lady of   6. History - Mexico   7. Juvenile Fiction   8. Juvenile literature   9. Religion - Christianity   10. Spanish language materials   11. Spanish: Grades 2-3   

Subjects:  1. Biography / Autobiography   2. Historical - U.S.   3. Regional Subjects - South   

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Please note
While Mr. Elizondo obviously cares deeply about justice, readers should be aware that certain views expressed in this book are definitely not orthodox Catholic/Christian teaching, especially regarding Mary.

Guadalupe as the new Gospel of the Americas.
This fascinating book shows how the Guadalupe story has functioned as a new Gospel story for the Americas. Elizondo calls the Church to pay attention to the experiences of the poor and oppressed and to learn from their joyful intimate relationships with this God Mother. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1468-1548   2. Christianity   3. Christianity - History - Catholic   4. Christianity - Theology - General   5. Guadalupe, Our Lady of   6. Inspirational - Catholic   7. Maryology   8. Mestizaje   9. Religion   10. Religion - Roman Catholic   11. Religious aspects   12. Zumarraga, Juan de,   13. Zumárraga, Juan de   

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A powerful read- very enlightening details about Cuba
This book is a recount of Juan Pedro Gutierrez' personal experiences as a Cuban who was the victim of the crisis of 90's after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba's strongest ally and economic tie. This book may offend those who are fond of the Cuba that is portrayed as a paradise to many around the world but unfortunately the lifestyle of Cubans is not at all what the tourists enjoy. Also, some may be offended by the way the author portrayed is own life as an average poor Cuban male, who survived the best way he could by living a vagabond life with the company of the rum bottle, sexual encounters and salsa music. What else could a poor destitute Cuban do in a communist country whose government provides its people with the bear minimum and even less at times.

I think book just tells it like it is without any polishing which I think gives the reader a clear portrait and reveals another aspect of Cuba with respect to survival especially during the peak crisis of the 90's when the shortage of everything was notable. The basic staple needs like soap, toilet paper, food etc. could not be met and the situation is still quite comparable today in 2003. The book brings the Cuban experience to life via the language that the author uses which is at times very vulgar, raw, inappropriate and downright Cuban however, the language and the style is what brings his recounts to life and helps to situate the reader in that time frame and to identify with the author's experiences. Also, there are some interesting references to the Gods of Santeria a religion that is still practiced by many Cubans today.

Overall the book presents and aspect about Cuba that is real, hard to believe and depressing but at the same time is an eye opener and a reality check about a country who has its citizens living in poverty and in some cases below human standards.

I read the Spanish version. I believe a book like this should always be read in its original form. The language here I don't think can be carried over successfully in a translation.

Cuba's post-communist underbelly
Well worth reading, not only for the libidinous content, told artfully and with humor, but also for its stark, mostly squalid, picture of mid-1990s communist Cuba. A genuine treat.
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Raw, crude, unnerving but funny and poetic at the same time
Great read, I wouldn't know how to start describing it, I just know that I liked it. His prose is full of sex, misery, rum, hunger and dirt, with the constant presence of women and the ocean. A desperate cry into the hopelessness of those who lived in Cuba during the early "Special Period" of the nineties.

The story of a renegade cuban journalist, and an insight into his own hell and that of those around him; a hell caused by the starvation and misery that followed the breakdown of the Soviet Block in Cuba. Sex, drugs and cheap rum provided the only distraction available at the time. A narrative where the hunger never leaves, and where the only thing that is for sure is that things will not be better tomorrow. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Fiction - General   2. General   

Subjects:  1. 1793-1877   2. 1817-1860   3. Americas (North Central South West Indies)   4. Argentina   5. Biography   6. Biography / Autobiography   7. Caudillos   8. Heads of state   9. History   10. History: World   11. Latin America - South America   12. Political   13. Presidents & Heads of State   14. Rosas, Juan Manuel Jose Domin   15. American history: c 1800 to c 1900   16. Biography: historical   17. Political leaders & leadership   18. c 1800 to c 1900   

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An interesting read, but be prepared
Las Casas is an interesting figure: bishop, Dominican, late scholastic, polemicist, he spent great amounts of time and effort in order to ensure the equitable treatment of the American natives by the Spaniards. This tome is a good example of his toils.

This book (if memory serves) is basically the defense of the native peoples Las Casas presented at the Council of Valladolid against various others, most especially a theologian named Sepulveda (who argued, among other things, that the natives were Aristotelian "natural slaves"). Las Casas makes his case that the natives are fully human, can be converted, and should be treated rightly. In the process of doing this, Las Casas touches on (among other things) the nature of the Church, conversion and "scandal," and the just war tradition. Las Casas manages to pile quite a bit into this work.

The reader should prepare, though, for a somewhat difficult read. Las Casas was using every argumentative means available to make his case for the Indians. He goes from scholastic argument and legal discussion (often times repeatedly bringing up the same or similar point) to out and out polemics and ad hominem attacks. The work is not terribly systematic, and can seem a bit frenzied.

Having written that, though, it is a fascinating read by a remarkable bishop. Those interested in the time of exploration, the relations between the Europeans and the Indians, a practical use of Thomistic thinking and canon law, or of conversion in a foreign land. should read this book. The translation by Poole is excellent, as is his citing of works mentioned/implied in Las Casas' arguments. Highly recommended. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1490-1573   2. Catholic Church   3. General   4. History   5. History: World   6. Indians, Treatment of   7. Latin America   8. Native American   9. Sepulveda, Juan Gines de,   10. Sociology   11. Sepúlveda, Juan Ginés de   

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Calling the Doves
This bilingual picture book tells the story of poet Juan Felipe Herrera's early years with his parents who were migrant farmworkers in California. Herrera's love for his poor hardworking parents is evident. The vibrant, vivid pictures by Elly Simmons combine with Herrera's Spanish/English text to make a delightful children's book that readers of all ages will enjoy! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Agricultural laborers   2. California   3. Childhood and youth   4. Children of migrant laborers   5. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks   6. Herrera, Juan Felipe   7. Homes and haunts   8. Juvenile Nonfiction   9. Juvenile literature   10. Mexican American families   11. People & Places - Mexico   12. People & Places - United States - Hispanic/Latino   13. Poetry - General   14. Spanish: Kindergarten   

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A superbly presented and recommended bilingual picturebook.
Young Juanito works with his Grandma Esperanza in selling clothing and used books at the local community flea market. As Juanito goes about running errands and bartering goods, he finds himself in the heart of a thriving Mexican American community, one that Juanito knows to be caring and generous, whose value can never be measured only in dollars. A superbly presented bilingual (English/Spanish) picturebook written by the Mexican-American poet Juan Felipe Herrera and illustrated by folk artist Anita De Lucio-Brock, Grandma And Me At The Flea is highly recommended for young readers ages 6 to 10. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks   2. Community life   3. Fiction   4. Flea markets   5. Juvenile Fiction   6. Mexican Americans   7. People & Places - United States - Hispanic/Latino   8. Social Situations - General   9. Spanish: Kindergarten   

Subjects:  1. Indians, Treatment of   2. Sociology