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Soldiers And Kings: Survival And Hope In The World Of Human Smuggling
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A Work Of Extraordinary Reportage And Compassion...[It] Will Shock You, Move You, And Leave You Changed.Matthew Desmond, Pulitzer Prizewinning And New York Times Bestselling Author Of Evicted And Poverty, By Americaan Enlightening, Frightening, Unforgettable Read.Sandra Cisneros, Bestselling Author Of The House On Mango Streetan Intense, Intimate And Firstofitskind Look At The World Of Human Smuggling In Latin America, By A Macarthur Genius Grant Winner And Anthropologist With Unprecedented Accesspolitical Instability, Poverty, Climate Change, And The Insatiable Appetite For Cheap Labor All Fuel Clandestine Movement Across Borders. As Those Borders Harden, The Demand For Smugglers Who Aid Migrants Across Them Increases Every Year. Yet The Real Lives And Work Of Smugglersor Coyotes, Or Guides, As They Are Often Known By The Migrants Who Hire Their Servicesare Only Ever Reported On From A Distance, Using Tired Tropes And Stereotypes, Often Depicted As Boogie Men And Violent Warlords. In An Effort To Better Understand This Essential Yet Extralegal Billion Dollar Global Industry, Internationally Recognized Anthropologist And Expert Jason De Len Embedded With A Group Of Smugglers Moving Migrants Across Mexico Over The Course Of Seven Years.The Result Of This Unique And Extraordinary Access Is Soldiers And Kings: The First Ever Indepth, Characterdriven Look At Human Smuggling. It Is A Heartwrenching And Intimate Narrative That Revolves Around The Life And Death Of One Coyote Who Falls In Love And Tries To Leave Smuggling Behind. In A Powerful, Original Voice, De Len Expertly Chronicles The Lives Of Lowlevel Foot Soldiers Breaking Into The Smuggling Game, And Morally Conflicted Gang Leaders Who Oversee Ragtag Crews Of Guides And Informants Along The Migrant Trail. Soldiers And Kings Is Not Only A Groundbreaking Upclose Glimpse Of A Difficulttoaccess World, It Is A Masterpiece Of Narrative Nonfiction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Soldiers and Kings'? A: 'Soldiers and Kings' explores the world of human smuggling in Latin America, focusing on the lives of smugglers and migrants amid political instability and economic challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Soldiers and Kings'? A: The book is authored by Jason De León, a recognized anthropologist and MacArthur 'genius' grant winner.
- Q: What awards has 'Soldiers and Kings' received? A: 'Soldiers and Kings' won the 2024 National Book Award for Nonfiction and is recognized as a TIME 10 Best Nonfiction Book of 2024 and an NPR Book We Love 2024.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Soldiers and Kings'? A: 'Soldiers and Kings' is set to be published on March 19, 2024.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Soldiers and Kings' have? A: 'Soldiers and Kings' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Soldiers and Kings'? A: The book contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: Is 'Soldiers and Kings' appropriate for all readers? A: While 'Soldiers and Kings' provides an important and insightful perspective on human smuggling, its content may be intense and may not be suitable for all audiences.
- Q: What themes are covered in 'Soldiers and Kings'? A: The book covers themes such as survival, hope, political instability, poverty, and the complexities of human smuggling.
- Q: Does 'Soldiers and Kings' include personal narratives? A: Yes, 'Soldiers and Kings' features a character-driven narrative that includes personal stories of smugglers and migrants.
- Q: What makes 'Soldiers and Kings' unique compared to other books on human smuggling? A: 'Soldiers and Kings' is unique for its in-depth, first-hand account of human smuggling, providing an intimate look at the lives of those involved over a seven-year period.