The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail
The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
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BetaThe Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013275
Book • Nonfiction
Mexico, Central America • 2010s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail by Óscar Martínez explores the perilous journey of Central American individuals traveling on freight trains toward the United States. It provides an in-depth look at the dangers faced, including violence from criminal organizations, and highlights the resilience and struggles of these individuals seeking a better life.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Gritty
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Óscar Martínez's The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail offers a vivid, harrowing account of Central American migrants' perilous journey to the U.S. Critics praise Martínez's gripping narrative and immersive reporting, though some find the relentless focus on danger overwhelming. The book’s unflinching portrayal of violence is both its strength and its challenge to readers.
Who Should Read The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail?
A reader captivated by gritty, real-world narratives like Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario or The Devil's Highway by Luis Alberto Urrea would find The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail compelling for its raw, immersive exploration of Central American migrants' perilous journey.
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Book • Nonfiction
Mexico, Central America • 2010s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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