mexican-american border region

Comic book creator Tony Sandoval's autobiographical account of the period in his life when he faced many dangers to smuggle himself across the border illegally after becoming frustrated with the lengthy visa process that would allow him to enter the United States from Mexico to be with his American girlfriend.

"A novel about the illicit human and drug trade at the US-Mexican border."--Provided by publisher.

The tale of a disposed young man and the band of bloodthirsty mercenaries he joins up with in Mexico in the mid 1800s.

See how land conflicts erupted into violence between the United States and Mexico. Track the events and turning points that led to the Mexican-American War, and learn how the aftermath shaped the western expansion of the United States.

When Fabiola's sister Alexis joins her at Dos Rios High, she warns her away from the troublemaking superjock Dex Andrews, but Alexis does not listen, and soon it is up to Fabiola to make things right, even if it means breaking her sister's heart.

Discusses the role African Americans played during the Mexican Revolution, their relationship with immigrants, and the United States government's growing fear of their disloyalty.

Presents an account of the murder of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry and discusses how the investigation was conducted and what was covered up by President Obama's administration.

Ali travels to Tucson, Arizona, to clear the name of her friend Jose Reyes, Santa Cruz County deputy sheriff, who is suspected of being involved in the drug trade.

Provides readings of the novels of author Cormac McCarthy, exploring his early works and his preoccupation with violence in some of his writings.