Exploring
Proud Traditions and Rich Cultures
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Hispanic Heritage
introduces you to the people, places, events, and
traditions that have shaped--and continue to shape--the vibrant
Hispanic culture
that thrives today in South, Central, and North America.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Insightful Biographies
This
impressive list includes Simon Bolivar, Fidel Castro, Roberto Clemente,
Oscar de la Renta, Placido Domingo, Jose Ferrer, Vicente Fox, Alberto
Gonzales,
Che Guevara, Frida Kahlo, Jennifer Lopez, Eva Peron, Juan Ponce de
Leon, Saint
Martin de Porres, Carlos Santana, Sammy Sosa, and many others.
Comprehensive
Country Coverage
Tour
the nations from Argentina to Venezuela, as well as World Heritage
sites
such as Cuzco in the Peruvian Andes, culturally rich Quito, massive
Mexico City,
and many other remarkable locations.
Key
Events
Review
the history and culture of Hispanics and their impact on the world,
from
the Aztec and the Mayan civilizations to the Panama Canal, from the
Spanish-American War to the Bay of Pigs invasion, from Latin American
literature
to Latin music, and much more.
Fascinating
Speeches, Writings, and Historical Documents
Gain
a unique firsthand perspective on important events and debates from
those
who participated in them. Read a letter from the Spanish conquistador
Hernan
Cortes describing Mexico City to Emperor Charles V, king of Spain, or
be
captivated by the Nobel Prize lecture of writer Octavio Paz.
Engaging
Multimedia
Travel
to the Mayan ruins, retrace the voyages of Christopher Columbus, or
watch
Argentine gauchos at work.
REQUIREMENTS
Windows
- Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Vista
- Pentium 350 MHz or faster processor
- 128 MB RAM minimum
- Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher (or
compatible browser)
- CD-ROM drive
- 800x600 resolution, 16-bit color
- Sound card and speakers recommended
- Printer recommended
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