A review by arilaurel
No Wall They Can Build by CrimethInc.

5.0

I read this in about 3-4 sittings. It goes just in-depth enough to paint an affecting and distinct picture of Mexico and Central America and very clearly explains the political and territorial lines of demarcation that the US has played a role in drawing, and then conveniently erased from memory. A scholar might find this too simplistic, as it's mainly an account of an aid worker's experience and work at and below the border wall, and stories shared from conversations and experiences. But the book knows its audience, and as a person who was not familiar with finer details of the cartels and clashing powers, this was a helpful and memorable introduction. The book has character, and voice. People taking an opposing side will hate it. But it's not trying to win anyone over, it's just trying to shed light on things that have not entered the national discourse in any way except through the most shallow and reductive pundit points.