So many words and so little understanding of the plight of undocumented immigrants. This award-winning author informs advocates engaging with the undocumented immigrant community, as well as its antagonists. Her work conveys individual stories of what it’s like to be in the U.S.—but not truly belonging. The dilemmas and dangers of our current political culture are reflected on every page.
NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • One of the first undocumented immigrants to graduate from Harvard reveals the hidden lives of her fellow undocumented Americans in this deeply personal and groundbreaking portrait of a nation.
Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, author. Her work focuses on race, culture, and immigration, and has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Elle, This American Life, n+1, The New Inquiry, and Vogue.
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Such an amazing book, Anita. I sent the link across to Elizabeth Silleck La Rue, from Cozumel, who is working with people on immigration issues, not only in MX, but worldwide. I'm sure she'll love it. Great post!
Such an amazing book, Anita. I sent the link across to Elizabeth Silleck La Rue, from Cozumel, who is working with people on immigration issues, not only in MX, but worldwide. I'm sure she'll love it. Great post!