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A principios de 1943, la poetisa Celia Viñas aprueba las oposiciones a catedrática de Literatura y emprende un largo viaje desde Palma de Mallorca, donde reside su familia, hasta Almería. Su llegada genera un gran impacto en el mundo académico y cultural de una ciudad estigmatizada por el sórdido y deprimido ambiente de posguerra. Desde el Instituto de Bachillerato, Celia comparte su amor por la literatura y despliega una transgresora pedagogía basada en múltiples actividades extraescolares: teatros, periódicos, programas de radio, excursiones… Allí coincidirá con alumnos de...

This New York Times bestseller, now available in Spanish, recounts the true story from Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah of the touching gift bestowed on the United States by a tribe of Maasai Warriors in the wake of the September 11 attacks. In June of 2002, a mere nine months since the September 11 attacks, a very unusual ceremony begins in a far-flung village in western Kenya. An American diplomat is surrounded by hundreds of Maasai people. A gift is about to be bestowed upon the American men, women, and children, and he is there to accept it. The gift is as unexpected as it is extraordinary. Hearts...

From war and death to school and gender equality, the Sociedad series discusses many serious issues in a way that can be easily understood by children. Although many of the situations and examples are specific to Mexico, these books can be applied to a general readership, particularly one of Hispanic origin. Reflecting on modern sciences, particularly biotechnology—from its limitations to its advances—this perceptive study answers many questions concerning cloning and genetically modified organisms, such as Why do scientists work in these arenas? What are the benefits of this technology?...

In the United States, the ability to take informed action is becoming increasingly necessary, and difficult. This book delves into the importance of being informed and explains how not all sources of information are equal. Readers are introduced to the scientific method as a way of testing information for credibility. Students will also learn how to turn credible information into action by forming groups, protesting, contacting elected representatives, and possibly even running for office themselves someday.