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Spanish Harlem's Musical Legacy: 1930-1980 (NY) (Images of America)

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This book is a life-long dream of my father's and one that his family and friends encouraged him to finish. In the month's prior to his death, he was determined to finish it. I am so grateful for his tenacity and very proud to be his daughter.

It is a collection of his photographs of the Latino musicians from 1930 - 1980's primarily in El Barrio, NY but features several from Los Angeles, CA and other parts of the country. In it are many great photographs, from young to old with his personal commentary - you might even find someone you know also in the pictures.

The Alava Family hopes you have many hours of enjoyment.

This author has had a profound impact on my life. His joy for life and his uncanny way of seeing the world by the power of the pen, the lense of his camera,a song in heart for life. He lived life full throttle and was a treasure to me. I can't wait to savor the sabor of the barrio and all the treasures in the pages of this book! I anticipate it's release... WEPA!

HAVE BEEN A LATIN DANCE ENTHUSIAST SINCE THE PALLADIUM ERA, AS HAVE MANY OF MY FRIENDS. EXCITING TO SEE THE FACES THAT GO WITH THE MUSIC AND/OR TO REMINISCE ABOUT THE GREAT JOY THIS MUSIC AND THESE MUSICIANS HAVE BROUGHT TO SO MANY AND TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THE MUSIC. GLAD YOU PUT THIS IN MY RECOMMENDATIONS TO MAKE ME AWARE OF IT.

Wonderful, writing concept. One is able to put a face to a name. A famous
name, that we've heard for yrs. and finally, we're able to see what that individual ,looks like, with ALL of the wonderful Photos....Well done,
Great writer.