Encyclopedia Britannica Downloadable Hispanic Heritage (With Download Protection)

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Downloadable Hispanic Heritage from Encyclopaedia Britannica introduces you to the people, places, events, and traditions that have shaped and continue to shape the vibrant Hispanic culture that thrives in South, Central, and North America. This educational software download is packed with features such as insightful biographies, comprehensive country coverage, remarkable speeches, historical documents, and engaging multimedia that gives a glimpse of the fascinating world of the Hispanic people. Meet powerful and influential figures such as Fidel Castro, Vicente Fox, and Frida Kahlo. Re-live key historical events such as the Spanish-American War.Gain a firsthand perspective on important events and debates from those who participated in them. Read a letter from the Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes describing Mexico City to Emperor Charles V, king of Spain, or be captivated by the Nobel Prize lecture of writer Octavio Paz. Travel to the Mayan ruins, retrace the voyages of Christopher Columbus, or watch Argentine gauchos at work. Read in-depth descriptions illustrating the impact of Hispanics on the world from the Aztecs to the Panama Canal and the Bay of Pigs Invasion. You can browse a stunning image gallery for a visual history of the contributions of many Hispanics, as well as another way of looking at Hispanic history.Usage rights vary by product and may be subject to additional restrictions. Product images displayed are for illustration purposes only. No physical materials or documentation will be distributed with electronic software downloads from our site. Dell's Terms and Conditions of Sale apply.