José Mujica en sus palabras

Bette A. Reagan provides a time line of the major events in the life of American novelist Rebecca Blaine Davis (1831-1910). Reagan includes a discussion of Davis' writings.

A compilation of 304 biographical works of which the more important were published between 1602 and 1926, have been used to compile this archive which contain entries on 123,000 individuals. Approximately 50% of the material pertains exclusively to Spain and Portugal, the Balearic and Canary Islands.

As thousands of other Latin Americans, the Marin family immigrated to the US in search of a better life. With no knowledge of the English language, no scholarships or other benefits, Rosario braved her way through our competitive society. Her life story, set amidst some truly tragic events, is a statement to a life of perseverance, commitment, trust, and love. It is also a testimony that proves that the only real boundaries are those we impose on ourselves. It is a fount of inspiration for all of us who encounter adversity every day of our lives.

A fines de los años noventa, una ola de suicidios conmovió a Las Heras, un pequeño pueblo petrolero de la provincia de Santa Cruz. La mayoría de los muertos tenía alrededor de veinticinco años y eran habitantes emblemáticos de la ciudad, hijos de familias modestas pero tradicionales. Sin embargo, la lista oficial de esos suicidios nunca fue confeccionada. Leila Guerriero viajó a este desolado paraje de la Patagonia, habló con los familiares y amigos de los suicidas, recorrió las mismas calles y visitó cada rincón del pueblo. El resultado es este relato descarnado y preciso que no...