Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente

Written by Claudia Romo Edelman and Sara E. Echenique, with illustrations by Manuel Gutierrez, 'Hispanic Star en español: Roberto Clemente' is part of an exciting series of biographies for young readers, perfect for fans of the 'Who Was?' series. The book explores the life of Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, from his childhood in Carolina, Puerto Rico where he loved playing ball in the streets, to his eighteen seasons in the Major Leagues. His life tragically ended when a plane he chartered to bring aid to Nicaragua crashed. Clemente, the first Latin American player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, paved the way for future generations of Latino baseball players. 'Hispanic Star' proudly celebrates Latino and Hispanic heroes who have made significant contributions to American culture and continue to shape its future.