Gloria Estefan: The Pop Superstar from Tragedy to Triumph [Paperback]

Anthony DeStefano (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1997

From her humble beginnings as a Cuban refugee baby living in Miami to her ascent as a two-time Grammy Award-winning and her courage in overcoming a near-fatal tour-bus accident, Gloria Estefan has become one of the most adored and inspiring performers in all of music history! This first biography on the superstar and role model to many, chronicles the stellar rise of a musical sensation who achieved--and then far surpassed--the American Dream. Photo insert.

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Language Notes

Text: English, Spanish

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Signet; Bilingual edition (September 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451194179
• ISBN-13: 978-0451194176
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,293,447 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Anthony M. DeStefano is a New York City journalist who specializes in legal affairs, criminal justice and organized crime. He is the author of "The Last Godfather" "King of the Godfathers" and "Mob Killer," which was released in June 2011. He also authored "The War On Human Trafficking," published by Rutgers University Press.
In connection with his work, he has traveled to Europe and South America. He also speaks at academic conferences about crime and human trafficking. As part of promotional work for "Mob Killer," Mr. DeStefano will be appearing on radio and in select book signings and discussions. Recently, he has appeared on the Biography Channel and Sundance Channel.

For more information about his work and upcoming events, check out www.tonydestefano.com or look at his Face Book pages under Anthony M. DeStefano and King of The Godfathers.

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A balanced and insightful view of this amazing rock star., October 25, 2001

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"[e-mail]" (Lake Ridge, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gloria Estefan: The Pop Superstar from Tragedy to Triumph (Paperback)

I read half of this book, since this book is half the English version, and the other half is the Spanish version. Being a fan of hers, I found it very interesting. It isn't all flattering to Gloria, for it tells of some of her legal disputes, financial disputes, and arguements with band associates and relatives. It gives some insight as to how she got to be such a famous rock star, and some of the reasons people admire her so much.

5.0 out of 5 stars Salsa Lover, October 8, 2007

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Brooklyn Boy "Mafia watcher" (NYC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gloria Estefan: The Pop Superstar from Tragedy to Triumph (Paperback)

This book still holds up. While it takes Gloria's life up through 1997, it is a good read. Also a Spanish edition is in the same volume. It is not all flattering to Gloria and is filled with facts and good information. Could use an update.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Book, September 7, 1998

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gary {[e-mail]} (NY , NY , USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gloria Estefan: The Pop Superstar from Tragedy to Triumph (Paperback)

This book was great I had fun reading it