CASSETTE BOOKS 1994 National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Washington, D.C. 1994 Spanish Contents Nonfiction Fiction Nonfiction Brincando por la Vida RC 35839 por Mario Emilio P‚rez read by Gonzalo Madurga 1 cassette (The writer and journalist presents a humorous and nostalgic collection of anecdotes about growing up and living in his native Dominican Republic. He recounts experiences with ballpoint pens, Pekingese dogs, barbers, bullies, eyeglasses, baldness, hitchhikers, drunks, and other frustrations of life that are best approached with a sense of humor.) 1989. El Cid Campeador RC 37051 por Ram¢n Men‚ndez Pidal read by Juan Ramirez 2 cassettes (The Spanish historian and philologist describes the life and times of Rodrigo D¡az de Vivar, known as El Cid, the epic hero of eleventh-century Spain. The biography covers the birth and early life of Rodrigo, his vassalage to Kings Sancho and Alfonso, his exile from Castile, his battles against the Moors and the Almoravid invaders, and the end of his life as master of Valencia.) 1950. Coplas a la Muerte de Su Padre RC 35848 por Jorge Manrique read by Francisco Rivela 1 cassette (The classic poem written in 1476 by the Spanish soldier-poet expresses a Renaissance-like celebration of the life of the poet's father while conforming to a medieval style that warns against the glorification of secular ideals. This critical edition of the poem contains an introduction, chronology, notes, and references by Carmen D¡az Casta¤¢n.) 1989. Cuentos Negros de Cuba RC 36778 por Lydia Cabrera read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (The Cuban author presents twenty-two stories and fables taken from Afro-Cuban folklore. The stories provide an insight into the spontaneity, humor, mythology, magic, and language of Afro-Cuban culture and feature figures such as Jicotea (Turtle), Venado (Deer), and Obaogo (Creator). The prologue includes biographical notes on the author and a critique of her work.) 1936. Los Egipcios RC 37296 por Isaac Asimov read by Juan Ramirez 2 cassettes (Asimov presents a history for the layperson of the civilization that has flourished along the banks of the Nile from prehistoric times. He focuses on ancient Egypt, the land of the pharaohs and the pyramids. He tells of the subsequent conquests of Egypt by Persia and Greece, the rise of the Ptolemaic dynasty and Cleopatra, the domination by Rome, and the subsequent history of Egypt as an Arab nation.) 1967. Los Espa¤oles en la Historia RC 36775 por Ram¢n Men‚ndez Pidal read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (The renowned Spanish philologist and historian traces the development of the Spanish national character through an analysis of the historical origin and evolution of the traits generally applied to the Spaniard. This edition includes an introductory essay, notes, and commentaries by Diego Catal n.) 1947. Los Griegos: Una Gran Aventura RC 37295 por Isaac Asimov read by Juan Ramirez 3 cassettes (A layperson's history of the Greeks from prehistoric times to the mid-twentieth century. Asimov describes ancient Mycenae, the rise of Sparta and Athens, the Age of Tyrants, the epic wars with Persia, the Golden Age of Pericles, the Peloponnesian war, the rise of Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic kingdoms, and the subsequent domination of Greece by Rome and the Ottoman Empire.) 1965. M s Brincos por la Vida RC 35847 por Mario Emilio P‚rez read by Gonzalo Madurga 1 cassette (The author continues to chronicle with humor and local color the day-to-day tribulations of his life. His autobiographical anecdotes deal with such topics as the heartbreaks of romance, the terrors of moving, the dangers of a guitar, the pains of jogging, the intransigence of vehicles, and the general recalcitrance of his fellow man. Follows _Brincando por la Vida (RC 35839)_.) 1993. La M£sica de la Chirim¡a: Folklore Guatemalteco RC 36342 adaptaci¢n de Jane Anne Volkmer read by Juan Ramirez and Ilona Dulaski 1 cassette (A young man tries to win the hand of a Mayan princess by making his songs as sweet as those of the birds. With the help of the Great Spirit, he discovers the music of the chirim¡a. A Guatemalan folktale retold in Spanish and English. For grades 2-4 and older readers.) 1990. P ginas Vueltas RC 35851 por Nicol s Guill‚n read by Gonzalo Madurga 3 cassettes (The Afro-Cuban author, proclaimed poet laureate of the Cuban Revolution and considered the greatest Cuban poet of his day, presents his autobiography--a memoir of the famous writers, events, and places of the twentieth century. In particular, Guill‚n recalls his friendships with Ernest Hemingway, Pablo Picasso, Pablo Neruda, Langston Hughes, Che Guevara, Octavio Paz, and others.) 1982. Los Paraguas Amarillos: Los Poetas Latinos en New York RC 35853 por Iv n Sil‚n read by Graciela Lecube 1 cassette (Anthology of poetry by twenty-six Latin poets living in New York City. Contributors include Chilean Raul Barrientos, Puerto Rican Brenda Alejandro, Cuban Rafael Catal , Dominican Alexis G¢mez Rosa, Uruguayan Roberto Echavarren, Colombian Jaime Manrique, and Peruvian Isaac Goldemberg.) 1983. Saber Triunfar RC 36776 por J. Paul Getty read by Francisco Rivela 1 cassette (The man considered to be the richest man in the world sets forth his ideas on the qualities necessary to become a successful executive. According to Getty, much more than intelligence and education required. Creativity, drive, tact, disposition, and personality are also elements that make the difference between occupying the executive suite and being a simple pencil pusher.) 1965. Viajes de Col¢n RC 35843 por Mart¡n Fern ndez de Navarrete read by Francisco Rivela 4 cassettes (In 1825, the Spanish biographer and historian published this landmark volume on the four voyages of Columbus. The work includes an outline of the historical events leading up to and surrounding the travels. It also provides the explorer's original log, his correspondence, and other pertinent documents. Includes essays, notes, and commentaries by the author.) 1825. Fiction Los Amigos de Becky RC 35854 por Rolando Hinojosa read by Carmen Mahiques 1 cassette (Strong-willed, ambitious Becky Escobar divorces her husband, Ira Escobar, a rich banker-politician of Belken County, Texas. The affair gives rise to much gossip, and the family and friends of the divorced couple each narrate their own commentaries on the matter. Through these explications the author reconstructs the life of Becky Escobar and provides an insight into Anglo-Mexican culture.) 1991. Colmillo Blanco RC 35856 por Jack London read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (Sold to a brutal master who trains him as a fighter dog, White Fang is rescued by a mining engineer who subdues his ferocity with kindness.) 1947. _El C¢ndor_ y Otros Cuentos RC 36344 por Sabine R. Ulibarr¡ read by Juan Ramirez y Ronald B. Meyer 3 cassettes (Eleven bilingual stories by the New Mexican author feature gypsies, ghosts, witches, and other supernatural beings in a modern world of technology, urbanization, and romance. In the title story, a university professor takes it upon himself to revitalize the Indian civilization of Ecuador, and he undergoes a gradual evolution to become Papa C¢ndor, the savior of the Quechua Indians. In English and Spanish.) 1989. Cuentos RC 35846 por Ruben Dario read by Graciela Lecube 1 cassette (Twenty-eight stories written in poetic prose by the famous Nicaraguan author. Reflecting themes of classical literature and mythology, the stories include "El Hombre de Oro" ("The Man of Gold"), set in the Rome of Tiberius; "La Matuschka," the tragic story of a camp follower; and "Rosa Enferma" ("Wilted Rose"), a short piece that evokes the melancholy of a delicate young actress.) 1948. Un Esp¡a Perfecto RC 35845 por John Le Carre read by Gonzalo Madurga 5 cassettes (When British intelligence agent Magnus Pym disappears after returning to England for the funeral of his father, Pym's enemies start an intensive manhunt. While the search is on, Pym holes up in a Devon boardinghouse trying to set his crooked record straight. Some strong language.) 1986. Fin de Fiesta RC 35849 por Beatriz Guido read by Graciela Lecube 2 cassettes (A family saga by the Argentinian author. After the death of their parents, Adolfo, his brothers, and his cousins are raised under the care of their grandfather, Braceras, a powerful politician. Adolfo is in love with his cousin Mariana, but his longings and restless adolescence come into sharp conflict with the demands of his iron-willed grandfather.) 1958. Flor de Mayo RC 36779 por Vicente Blasco Ib ¤ez read by Carmen Mahiques 2 cassettes (The life of a family of fishermen revolves around their fishing vessel, the _Flor de Mayo_, and around the colorful port of Valencia where the family plies its trade. Facing great dangers with little compensation, but trusting their skills and luck, the men daily set sail knowing that one day the unforgiving sea will claim their lives as it did their fathers before them.) 1895. La Galer¡a y Otros Cuentos RC 36777 por Jos‚ Luis Gonz lez read by Carmen Mahiques 1 cassette (Twelve stories by the Puerto Rican author focus on the lives of poor and downtrodden persons in both rural and urban settings who struggle against their servile existences. The title story portrays a storyteller who recounts with a casual air a horrifying example of how the rich and powerful sustain themselves at the expense of the weak and poor.) 1972. El Hombre Que No Sudaba RC 36780 por Jaime Carrero read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (Novel by the Puerto Rican author creates through dialog and stream of consciousness a psychological portrait of a man alienated from his society and even from his own emotions, and who resists the restrictions and reforms that society tries to place upon him.) 1982. El Juguete Rabioso RC 35840 por Roberto Arlt read by Francisco Rivela 1 cassette (As a result of reading adventure novels, a young man idolizes historical robbers. When he attempts to copy his heroes, however, he is miserably unsuccessful and can only swipe billiard balls and canes from seedy Buenos Aires cafes. This novel by an Argentinian author was first published in 1926.) 1926. La Muerte en Venecia/Las Tablas de la Ley RC 35855 por Thomas Mann read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (Two novellas by the German author who won the Nobel Prize in 1929. In _La Muerte en Venecia_ (_Death in Venice_), a successful author, proud of his personal morality and professional discipline, visits Venice and discovers his potential for decadence. _Las Tablas de la Ley_ (_The Tablets of the Law_) retells the biblical story of the Exodus.) 1922. Nadar¡n RC 35844 por Leo Lionni read by Graciela Lecube 1 cassette (After all of Swimmy's brothers and sisters are swallowed by a tuna and he is left alone in the vast ocean, Swimmy soon discovers an ingenious way to protect himself. For grades K-3.) 1963. Oficio de Tinieblas RC 35850 por Rosario Castellanos read by Graciela Lecube 3 cassettes (The rape of an Indian girl by a wealthy rancher sparks an Indian rebellion in southern Mexico. This novel by the Mexican feminist author, set in the 1940s, is an indictment of the hated rural oligarchy for its oppression of Indians and of the Mexican society in general for its discrimination against women.) 1962. Par bola del N ufrago RC 37052 por Miguel Delibes read by Juan Ramirez 2 cassettes (A satire by the Spanish novelist points out the alienation and repression of the individual in modern society. A sensitive clerk degenerates into a fearful person who will do anything--even resort to violence--to maintain his sense of material security. After being sent for rehabilitation by an authoritarian official, the clerk comes to believe that a thick hedge separates him from the rest of the world.) 1969. Plan de Evasi¢n RC 35841 por Adolfo Bioy Casares read by Francisco Rivela 1 cassette (This novel by the surrealist Argentinian author asks whether a man imprisoned in a cell can feel free and happy. The governor of the Devil's Island penal colony undertakes dangerous experiments to modify the sensory perceptions of the prisoners. He wants to create a new perceptual reality for them, thus eradicating their feelings of confinement and eliminating any desire for escape.) 1978. Los R¡os Profundos RC 35852 por Jos‚ Mar¡a Arguedas read by Gonzalo Madurga 2 cassettes (Ernesto, the son of an itinerant lawyer, is raised by Indian servants, and he grows up immersed in Indian folklore and perceptions. When he is sent to a Catholic boarding school, where most of the students have nothing but disdain for Indians, he undergoes a painful identity crisis. A semiautobiographical novel by the Peruvian author.) 1988. Todas las Sangres RC 35842 por Jos‚ Mar¡a Arguedas read by Francisco Rivela 4 cassettes (Lamenting the white man's treatment of the Indians, the father of Ferm¡n and Bruno Aragon commits suicide. This sparks an animosity between the two brothers, one a rich farmer and the other a mine owner. Their rivalry is played out against the diverse racial and social contrasts of Andean Peru, where latent unrest threatens to unleash a much greater conflict.) 1964. Vivencias Hisp nicas: Cuentos del Siglo XX RC 35857 por James H. Hoddie read by Francisco Rivela 2 cassettes (Fifteen stories about family relationships, social alienation, and mystery and madness by the best-known Spanish and Latin American authors of the twentieth century. Contributors include Mario Benedetti, Gabriel Garc¡a M rquez, Miguel de Unamuno, Mario Vargas Llosa, Carlos Fuentes, Julio Cort zar, and Jorge Luis Borges.) 1988. ***2/8/95 (gft)***