Grandes personajes

Grandes personajes

This series includes biographies of some of the most relevant Spanish-speaking personalities of the 20th century.

This series is recommended for Higher Education students.

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Salvador Dalí is one of the most important artists of the twentieth century. In DALÍ, EL PINTOR DE SUEÑOS, Laura Corpa portrays the painter's more human side as she talks about his lifelong obsessions and how he transformed them into art. The painter's childhood and Gala, his great love, are key features of this story. The book is also a tour of the places that were important in his life: Figueras, Cadaqués, Madrid, Paris, and New York. This biography shows a side of Dalí outside of the surrealist movement that made him famous.

The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.

This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students. 

9.50 USD

Gabriel García Márquez is one of the most well-known writers in the world. GARCÍA MÁRQUEZ, UNA REALIDAD MÁGICA recounts the life of the Colombian author from his childhood in Aracataca to his death in 2014. The story follows his footsteps through Latin America and Europe, his interests and, of course, his literary life: from his first short stories published in newspapers to the success of One Hundred Years of Solitude. The writer is also portrayed from the viewpoint of his friends and the young authors inspired by his work.

The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.

This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students. 

9.50 USD
9.50 USD

Pablo Picasso is one of the most prolific painters of all time. In PICASSO, LAS MUJERES DE UN GENIO, Laura Corpa looks back over his life from his childhood in Malaga to his death in Mougins. The running theme in the account is the women he loved, who were fundamental to his work. However, the author also discusses his life in Paris and his relationship with other artists such as Braque, Matisse, and Cocteau. In the end, the book provides the keys to understanding his most famous artworks, such as Guernica and The Young Ladies of Avignon.

The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.

This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students. 

9.50 USD
9.50 USD

Federico García Lorca is considered by many to be the most universal Spanish poet. In LORCA, LA VALIENTE ALEGRÍA, Aroa Moreno reconstructs the life and work of this poet from Granada. From his childhood in the village of Fuentevaqueros to his assassination in Granada in 1936, this book not only covers his plays, poetry, and music, but also tells of his friendship with other artists such as Salvador Dalí, all while taking us back to one of Spain's most exciting artistic ages: the Second Republic, which ended in a tragic civil war.

The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.

This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students. 

9.50 USD
9.50 USD

In FRIDA KAHLO, VIVA LA VIDA, the journalist Aroa Moreno focuses on the most well-known twentieth-century Mexican artist. This is the story of how a brave woman, who was ahead of her time, suffered, overcame, and lived intensely, and was also capable of transforming her perpetual pain and illness into art. Frida Kahlo's strength and character are an example of what the struggle for life means. This, together with her artwork, has made her an iconic artist throughout the world.

The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.

This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students. 

9.50 USD

About GRANDES PERSONAJES

The GRANDES PERSONAJES series offers accessible biographies of legendary personalities from the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. Perfect for intermediate learners (ACTFL Intermediate Low to Mid), these readers combine rich cultural content with level-appropriate language support.

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Why GRANDES PERSONAJES?

  • Bring cultural icons into your classroom.
    Students connect with Spanish through powerful stories about artists, writers, and changemakers like Frida Kahlo, Gabriel García Márquez, and Che Guevara.
  • Support intermediate learners with confidence.
    Each book includes an engaging narrative adapted for ACTFL Intermediate learners, with integrated glossaries, footnotes, and cultural notes that clarify meaning and context without interrupting the reading experience.

  • Deepen cultural understanding.
    These biographies go beyond facts—they explore the historical, political, and artistic impact of key Hispanic and global figures.

 

  • Strengthen both listening and reading skills.
    Each title comes with a full audio version (CD or MP3), so students can follow along, build listening comprehension, and reinforce pronunciation.
  • Encourage meaningful reflection and communication.
    Before- and after-reading activities promote classroom discussion, critical thinking, and personal engagement—ideal for communicative learning.
  • Use flexibly across courses and formats.
    Perfect for AP® enrichment, cultural units, independent reading, or as a supplement to any intermediate-level Spanish curriculum.

 

Go through the samples

DALÍ

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

GARCÍA MÁRQUEZ

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

PICASSO

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

Frida Kahlo

Intermediate Mid-Intermediate High

LORCA

Intermediate Mid-Intermediate High

How to Use GRANDES PERSONAJES in Class?

1. Timeline of a Life
Students build a visual timeline of major events in the character’s life.
Focus: Chronological order, dates, and biographical language.

2. Write a Tribute
Compose a short speech honoring the individual’s legacy.
Focus: Descriptive writing, formal tone, public speaking.

3. Character Interviews
Conduct a mock interview with the featured person, using researched questions.
Focus: Interpersonal skills, improvisation, cultural inquiry.

4. Dramatize a Moment
Stage a key event from the person’s life with scripted or improvised dialogue.
Focus: Performance, contextual vocabulary, past-tense narration.

5. Compare Two Figures
Use a Venn diagram and written reflection to compare two icons.
Focus: Comparative structures, cultural comparison, analytical writing.

6. Research Extension
Students investigate a lesser-known aspect of the person’s life or legacy.
Focus: Independent research, synthesis, personalized learning.

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