EVITA: THE REAL LIFE OF EVA PERON

Eva Perón's rise to power is analyzed in this biography, which also acquaints us with the political and social history of Argentina during her time. With finesse, Kathleen O'Malley narrates the events of Evita's emergence as a spiritual leader of Buenos Aires's poor, taking us behind the scenes of Evita's humble beginnings and her daily life as first lady. She colors the spirit of the times with both passion and explicit directness. This detailed commentary captures the extraordinary life of Eva Perón. B.J.L. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: FEB/MAR 99]