Children of the Land: A Memoir

This unforgettable memoir by a prize-winning poet recounts the sorrows and joys of a family torn apart by draconian policies, offering a powerful and moving account of one young man's attempt to build a future in a nation that denies his existence.

With beauty, grace, and honesty, Castillo shares his experiences of hiding in plain sight and paying extraordinarily careful attention at all times for fear of being truly seen.

This memoir is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the struggles and resilience of undocumented immigrants and their families.