La tierra de las almas perdidas

Envuelta en escándalo en el momento de su aparición (la primera edición, en 1857, padeció la supresión de los seis célebres poemas condenados por el Tribunal Correccional de París), «Las flores del mal» inauguró una poética innovadora que se traduce en la búsqueda de la musicalidad del poema, en la audacia de la imagen y en el famoso sistema de «correspondencias» que habría de dar origen al movimiento simbolista. Desgarrada entre la sensualidad y el espiritualismo, entre la atracción de la belleza y el poder del mal, la poesía de Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867) trasladada de...

In 1899 Manhattan, five teens from different social classes lead dangerously scandalous lives, despite the strict rules of society and the best-laid plans of thier parents.

Students will learn all about geometric shapes while engaged in reading about Greek Gods and Goddesses, mythology, and the constellations. This Spanish book uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily lives. Essential text features like a glossary, index, and table of contents will increase students' interest level and their...

Give students insight into the Industrial Revolution, how it influenced innovation and employment in the United States, and how it changed the lives of Americans at the beginning of the 20th century. With this nonfiction Spanish-translated book, readers will learn about assembly lines, patents, labor unions, child labor laws, labor unions, muckrakers, and immigrant and slave labor. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, and other features keep students engaged and help them better understand the content.