A pioneering work from a visionary anthropologist, The Children of Sánchez is hailed around the world as a watershed achievement in the study of poverty a uniquely intimate investigation, as poignant today as when it was first published. It is the epic story of the Sánchez family, told entirely b...
Roberto looked for her everywhere, while Paula and I waited at home. Finally, we heard my father’s key in the door. I made believe I was sewing; Paula and the baby were asleep. My father immediately asked, “Where is Marta?” His voice sounded dry and punishing. I didn’t dare answer. Roberto jumped...