Latinas! : women of achievement / Diane Telgen, Jim Kamp, editors ; foreword by Nicholasa Mohr.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 387-397) and index.

A first in its own right, this compelling new book honors the pride, heritage and remarkable contributions of Latinos, today's fastest-growing ethnic group. Nicolas Kanellos, a leading editor and publisher of Hispanic literature, offers a rare glimpse into 1,500 historically significant achievements in a wide range of fields, including Arts and Entertainment, Politics, Science and Education. The book's focus is contemporary, but selected events prior to the 20th century are also covered. Here are just a few of the firsts you'll read about: - 1551 -- The first university in North America is founded by the Spaniards: The University of Mexico, in Mexico City - 1937 -- New York's Teatro Hispano, the first Hispanic theater, is founded. - 1962 -- Cesar Chavez begins organizing the first successful farm workers union in history. - 1973 -- Roberto Clemente is the first Puerto Rican player named to the Baseball Hall of Fame. - 1992 -- Women Who Run with the Wolves, by Hispanic author Clarissa Pinkola Estes, makes The New York Times bestseller list just five weeks after publication. - 1996 -- Rudy Galindo is the first Hispanic to win the National Figure Skating Championship, and the first Hispanic to win a bronze medal at the World Figure Skating Championship. A handy pull-out timeline of events and a calendar of firsts are included. www.alibris.com