A Silent Fury

In "Pachuca," acclaimed novelist Yuri Herrera revisits a tragic event from March 10, 1920, when a devastating fire engulfed the El Bordo mine in Pachuca, Mexico, resulting in a staggering death toll of 87 instead of the initially reported 10. As part of the Compañía de Santa Gertrudis, a major employer in the region, the company's response to the disaster raises questions of accountability and justice. Through a deeply personal narrative connected to his hometown, Herrera aims to honor the victims and their families, shedding light on this often-silenced chapter of history.