Synopses & Reviews
In Xavier Garzaandrsquo;s bilingual kidsandrsquo; book, young Carlitos attends his first lucha libre match in Mexico City. At ringside, Carlitos sees the famous luchadorandmdash;the Man in the Silver Mask, a man whose eyes look terribly familiar. The masked wrestler even smiles at Carlitos! He is mesmerized as the Man in the Silver Mask is pitted against the terrible forces of evilandmdash;los rudos, the bad guys of lucha libre. They make the audience boo and hiss! In the end, though, the Man in the Silver Mask triumphs and, in the process, gains a lifelong fan.
Review
Garzas illustrations are oversized, wildly colored and presented in bold outlines, recalling both Mexican folk art and the rowdy spirit of the stylized sport. They are sure to draw in every wrestling fan under the age of 10.”
Kirkus[An] engaging story
Smoothly integrated information in fluid colloquial English and Spanish combines with grainy graphic-novel-style illustrations executed in acrylic to create an oddly compelling and sophisticated package. Certain to be a popular choice.” School Library Journal
The fluid colloquial English and Spanish and grainy graphic-novel style illustrations executed in acrylics make for an attractive package with definite appeal for boys. This title is sure to become popular.” Críticas, starred review
Recommended! Children familiar with the sport will welcome the vibrant visual paean, while fans of wrestling, comic-book superheroes, and all things pugilistic will wonder where lucha libre has been all their lives. The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books
"Without resorting to the kitsch or comedy that plagues so many other pop portrayals of these masked men, Garza's hyper-exaggerated, vibrant illustrations spring to life from the book's pages and convey an aura of reverence and awe befitting his young protagonist. Carlitos has a blast and, chances are, you will, too. It's the next best thing to having front-row seats for the Friday-night match." San Antonio Current
Garza's excellent contribution to children's literature will definitely introduce new audiences to the fantastic world of lucha libre.” El Paso Times
Review
and#147;Garzaand#8217;s illustrations are oversized, wildly colored and presented in bold outlines, recalling both Mexican folk art and the rowdy spirit of the stylized sport. They are sure to draw in every wrestling fan under the age of 10.and#8221; and#151;
Kirkusand#147;[An] engaging story and#133; Smoothly integrated information in fluid colloquial English and Spanish combines with grainy graphic-novel-style illustrations executed in acrylic to create an oddly compelling and sophisticated package. Certain to be a popular choice.and#8221; and#151; School Library Journal
and#147;The fluid colloquial English and Spanish and grainy graphic-novel style illustrations executed in acrylics make for an attractive package with definite appeal for boys. This title is sure to become popular.and#8221; and#151; Crand#237;ticas, starred review
"This is a really fun book for little lucha libre fans." andmdash;NBC Latino
and#147;Recommended! Children familiar with the sport will welcome the vibrant visual paean, while fans of wrestling, comic-book superheroes, and all things pugilistic will wonder where lucha libre has been all their lives. and#151; The Bulletin of the Center for Childrenand#8217;s Books
"The sport [lucha libre] became 'a poor manand#8217;s theater,' according to Garza. The masked fighters, known as 'luchadores,' are classified as either 'tecnicos' (working-class heroes who play by the rules) or 'rudos' (bad guys who use dirty tactics to get ahead). Itand#8217;s the classic struggle between good and evil. 'Somehow, in the nick of time, the good guy will triumph,' Garza said. 'And if he doesnand#8217;t, itand#8217;s to set up a bigger match down the road.'"and#151;Boston Herald Review
"Without resorting to the kitsch or comedy that plagues so many other pop portrayals of these masked men, Garza's hyper-exaggerated, vibrant illustrations spring to life from the book's pages and convey an aura of reverence and awe befitting his young protagonist. Carlitos has a blast and, chances are, you will, too. It's the next best thing to having front-row seats for the Friday-night match." and#151; San Antonio Current
and#147;Garza's excellent contribution to children's literature will definitely introduce new audiences to the fantastic world of lucha libre.and#8221; and#151; El Paso Times
"For the kids is the main event, about a youngster whose father takes him to watch wrestling while visiting his big bicep-ed tio Vicente, who suspiciously is never there when the Man in the Silver Mask isand#133;For the grown-ups, the story is followed by 'a brief but tremendously exciting history' of lucha libre. Both age groups should appreciate Garzaand#8217;s paintings, with their folk art/street mural vibe, thick line strokes and white-warm colorsand#151;even if itand#8217;s for different reasons." and#151;Alive Columbus
"Narrated by a young lucha libre fan, The Man in the Silver Mask tells the story of a boyand#8217;s trip with his Papand#225; Lupe to a match. The eye-popping illustrations, by author Xavier Garza, highlight the exciting world of Mexican wrestling where the action is brutal, the crowd goes wild, and real men wear masks."and#151;El Paso Inside and Out Magazine
"Wrestling matches in Mexico feature good guys (los tecnicos) and bad guys (los rudos). At the match in Mexico City, Carlito wishes his Tio Vicente could be there, but the famous luchador The Man in the Iron Mask has eyes that look very familiarand#133;Garza highlights the power of wrestling (Lucha libre) in Mexico, and the mythology of good and evil played out on the wrestling stage." and#151;Yellow Brick Road
"Xavier Garza tells the story of Lucha Libre, Mexico's freestyle wrestling sport, which mirrors a fight between good and evil. Favorite heroes and feared villains in outrageous costumes wrestle for victory in the wonderful Mexican tale." and#151;Teaching Tolerance
"[The] dramatic tension is subtle throughout the book, particularly in contrast to the bold illustrations and poster-style design, which are more exciting than the narrative. Garza includes a valuable addendum regarding the history of lucha libre, which is informative without being inaccessible to children."and#151;Children's Literature
Synopsis
In Xavier Garza's bilingual kids' book, young Carlitos attends his first lucha libre match in Mexico City. At ringside, Carlitos sees the famous luchador--the Man in the Silver Mask, a man whose eyes look terribly familiar. The masked wrestler even smiles at Carlitos He is mesmerized as the Man in the Silver Mask is pitted against the terrible forces of evil--los rudos, the bad guys of lucha libre. They make the audience boo and hiss In the end, though, the Man in the Silver Mask triumphs and, in the process, gains a lifelong fan.
Synopsis
Do you know what lucha libre is? Have you ever been to a lucha libre match and seen los technicos and los rudos--the good guys and the bad guys--dressed up in their wild costumes and crazy masks? How would you feel if the most famous luchador of all time actually stopped and smiled at you? Find out what happens to Carlitos when The Man in the Silver Mask--a man he's never seen before in his whole life--turns and does that very thing to him.
Kids--of all ages--are drawn to the allure of lucha libre and its masked men and women. In Lucha Libre, young fans will see this fascinating world come alive: favorite heroes and much-feared villains, dressed in dazzling and outrageous costumes, strut and prance across the mat and bounce against the ropes, daring anyone to take them to the floor
Sabes que es la lucha libre? Alguna vez has ido a un combate de lucha libre y visto los t cnicos y los rudos--los buenos y los malos--vestidos con sus disfraces llamativos y sus m scaras locas? C mo te sentir as si el luchador m s famoso de todos los tiempos se detuviera y te sonriera? Descubre qu le sucede a Carlitos cuando El Hombre de la M scara de Plata, un hombre que nunca antes hab a visto en toda su vida, se da vuelta y le hace eso.
Ni os, de todas edades, se sienten atra dos por el atractivo de la lucha libre y sus hombres y mujeres enmascarados En Lucha Libre, los j venes fan ticos ver n este mundo fascinante ven a la vida: h roes favoritos y villanos muy temidos, vestidos con trajes deslumbrantes e indignantes, pavone ndose y brincando sobre el tapete y rebotando contra las cuerdas, desafiando a cualquiera a llevarlos al piso
Synopsis
An action-packed bilingual picture book about traditional Mexican wrestling--lucha libre.
The popularity of lucha libre, Mexico's version of professional wrestling, is exploding in the United States, thanks to the television show Mucha Lucha. In Xavier Garza's bilingual kids' book about this wild and crazy sport, young Carlitos attends a lucha libre match in Mexico City for the first time. He's with his Pap Lupe, but his Tio Rodolfo, who's supposed to join them, doesn't show up. At ringside, Carlitos sees the famous luchador, el Santo--the Man in the Silver Mask, a man whose eyes look terribly familiar. El Santo even smiles at Carlitos Carlitos is mesmerized as el Santo is pitted against the terrible forces of evil--los rudos, the bad guys of lucha libre. They make the audience boo and hiss In the end, though, el Santo triumphs and, in the process, gains a lifelong fan.
Kids of all ages are drawn to the allure of lucha libre and its masked men and women. In Lucha Libre, young fans will see this fascinating world come alive: Favorite heroes and much-feared villains, dressed in dazzling and outrageous costumes, strut and prance across the mat and bounce against the ropes, daring anyone to take them to the floor ***
Sabes que es la lucha libre? Alguna vez has ido a un combate de lucha libre y visto los t cnicos y los rudos--los buenos y los malos--vestidos con sus disfraces llamativos y sus m scaras locas? C mo te sentir as si el luchador m s famoso de todos los tiempos se detuviera y te sonriera? Descubre qu le sucede a Carlitos cuando El Hombre de la M scara de Plata, un hombre que nunca antes hab a visto en toda su vida, se da vuelta y le hace eso.
Ni os, de todas edades, se sienten atra dos por el atractivo de la lucha libre y sus hombres y mujeres enmascarados En Lucha Libre, los j venes fan ticos ver n este mundo fascinante ven a la vida: h roes favoritos y villanos muy temidos, vestidos con trajes deslumbrantes e indignantes, pavone ndose y brincando sobre el tapete y rebotando contra las cuerdas, desafiando a cualquiera a llevarlos al piso
Synopsis
Am ricas Book Award Honor Book, Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs
Xavier Garza brings another action-packed bilingual picture book about traditional Mexican wrestling--lucha libre
Xavier Garza presenta otro libro ilustrado lleno de acci n sobre un deporte tradicional de Mexico: la lucha libre
Young Carlitos attends a lucha libre match in Mexico City for the first time with his Pap Lupe, but his T o Vicente is nowhere to be found, though he's supposed to join. At ringside, Carlitos sees the greatest luchador of all time--the Man in the Silver Mask. His eyes look familiar, and he even flashes Carlitos a mysterious smile... The young boy is mesmerized as The Man in the Silver Mask is pitted against the terrible rudos, the bad guys of lucha libre. Can Carlitos's newest hero defeat the fearsome masked villains?
Acclaimed author and lifelong lucha libre fanatic Xavier Garza introduces children to the thrilling world of this beloved Mexican sport: favorite heroes and much-feared villains, dressed in dazzling and outrageous costumes, strut and prance across the mat and bounce against the ropes, daring anyone to take them to the floor In an afterword, Garza provides helpful context, discussing the history and cultural significance of lucha libre.
Carlitos asiste su primer pelea de lucha libre en la Ciudad de M xico con su Pap Lupe, pero no aparece su T o Vicente, que deber a acompa arlos. En el ringside, Carlitos ve al m s grandioso luchador en la historia de lucha libre, El Hombre de la M scara de Plata. Sus ojos le parecen familiares, y hasta le sonr e misteriosamente a Carlitos... El ni o est hipnotizado cuando El Hombre de la M scara de Plata se enfrenta a los rudos, los malos de la lucha libre. Podra el nuevo h roe de Carlitos vencer a los terror ficos villanos?
El galardonado autor, y fanatico de lucha libre de por vida, Xavier Garza le presenta a lectores peque os el mundo emocionante del adorado deporte mexicano. En Lucha libre, los j venes fan ticos ver n este mundo fascinante ven a la vida: h roes favoritos y villanos muy temidos, vestidos con trajes deslumbrantes e indignantes, pavone ndose y brincando sobre el tapete y rebotando contra las cuerdas, desafiando a cualquiera a llevarlos al piso En una til nota de autor, Garza provee contexto para el cuento, platicando un poco sobre la historia y significado cultural de la lucha libre.
Synopsis
Xavier Garza brings another action-packed bilingual picture book about traditional Mexican wrestling--lucha libre
Xavier Garza presenta otro libro ilustrado lleno de acci n sobre un deporte tradicional de Mexico: la lucha libre
Young Carlitos attends a lucha libre match in Mexico City for the first time with his Pap Lupe, but his T o Vicente is nowhere to be found, though he's supposed to join. At ringside, Carlitos sees the greatest luchador of all time--the Man in the Silver Mask. His eyes look familiar, and he even flashes Carlitos a mysterious smile... The young boy is mesmerized as The Man in the Silver Mask is pitted against the terrible rudos, the bad guys of lucha libre. Can Carlitos's newest hero defeat the fearsome masked villains?
Acclaimed author and lifelong lucha libre fanatic Xavier Garza introduces children to the thrilling world of this beloved Mexican sport: favorite heroes and much-feared villains, dressed in dazzling and outrageous costumes, strut and prance across the mat and bounce against the ropes, daring anyone to take them to the floor In an afterword, Garza provides helpful context, discussing the history and cultural significance of lucha libre.
Carlitos asiste su primer pelea de lucha libre en la Ciudad de M xico con su Pap Lupe, pero no aparece su T o Vicente, que deber a acompa arlos. En el ringside, Carlitos ve al m s grandioso luchador en la historia de lucha libre, El Hombre de la M scara de Plata. Sus ojos le parecen familiares, y hasta le sonr e misteriosamente a Carlitos... El ni o est hipnotizado cuando El Hombre de la M scara de Plata se enfrenta a los rudos, los malos de la lucha libre. Podra el nuevo h roe de Carlitos vencer a los terror ficos villanos?
El galardonado autor, y fanatico de lucha libre de por vida, Xavier Garza le presenta a lectores peque os el mundo emocionante del adorado deporte mexicano. En Lucha libre, los j venes fan ticos ver n este mundo fascinante ven a la vida: h roes favoritos y villanos muy temidos, vestidos con trajes deslumbrantes e indignantes, pavone ndose y brincando sobre el tapete y rebotando contra las cuerdas, desafiando a cualquiera a llevarlos al piso En una til nota de autor, Garza provee contexto para el cuento, platicando un poco sobre la historia y significado cultural de la lucha libre.
Synopsis
Carlitos worships The Man in the Silver Mask, the most famous of all Mexican wrestlers.
About the Author
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Xavier Garza is a prolific author, artist, and storyteller whose work focuses primarily on his experiences growing up in the small border town of Rio Grande City. Garza has exhibited his art and performed his stories in venues throughout Texas, Arizona and the state of Washington. Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Xavier Garza is a prolific author, artist, and storyteller whose work focuses primarily on his experiences growing up in the small border town of Rio Grande City. Garza has exhibited his art and performed his stories in venues throughout Texas, Arizona and the state of Washington. His book
Maximilian and the Mystery of the Guardian Angel was a Pura Belprand#233; Author Honor Book in 2012.