Grieving

In this impactful hybrid collection, Cristina Rivera Garza explores systemic violence in Mexico and along the US-Mexico border through a blend of short crónicas, journalism, and personal essays. She delves into the effects of neoliberalism, corruption, and drug trafficking, particularly focusing on the so-called “war on drugs.” Rivera Garza asserts that collective grief can serve as a form of resistance against state violence, and emphasizes the transformative power of writing as a means of seeking social justice and resilience.