Publisher's Synopsis
This text provides biographic profiles of more than 300 Hispanic-American women who have achieved national or international prominence.;With an emphasis on contemporary women (but not limited to living individuals), the book illuminates the accomplishments of such diverse women as former U.S. Surgeon General Antonia Novello, novelist/poet Sandra Cisneros, singer/songwriter Joan Baez, artist and fashion designer Paloma Picasso, astronaut Ellen Ochoa, and other profiles.;The information on each individual is presented in a descriptive essay format that includes important biographical data, educational background, career data, awards and honours.
