Description
Inland
Book Summary
Inland is an investigative report that dismantles clichés about migration to Europe. Journalists Karlos Zurutuza and Ricard García Vilanova travel the forgotten routes of the African exodus, from Sudan to Libya, to show the human stories that fall outside traditional media coverage. An essential account for understanding the complexities of the migratory transit.
What is it about?
The book addresses the migration crisis from an unusual perspective: that of the journey that begins long before reaching the Mediterranean. Through fieldwork conducted since 2011, the authors document the most dangerous stages of the route, especially in Libya, a country fragmented by war, tribal struggles, and the presence of terrorist groups. Far from simplistic headlines, the work offers a detailed analysis of the mafias, the warring governments, and the inhumane conditions faced by those seeking to reach Europe.
Main themes
- Forced migration and transit routes in North Africa.
- The post-war chaos in Libya and its impact on migrants.
- Human trafficking networks and terrorist groups linked to ISIS.
- Investigative journalism in conflict zones.
- Dismantling prejudices and media stereotypes about migration.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in the reality of migration, war journalism, and contemporary geopolitical conflicts. It is especially relevant for those seeking a deep and nuanced understanding of the humanitarian crisis in the Mediterranean, beyond the simplified narratives of the media.
What this book offers
- A direct and documented view of the actual conditions of migrants on African routes.
- Historical and political context on the situation in Libya and its role as a critical transit point.
- Testimonies and human accounts that humanize a crisis often reduced to numbers.
- A critical analysis of traditional media coverage and associated stereotypes.
Technical specifications
- Author: Zurutuza Aguado, Karlos
- Publisher: LIBROS DEL KO, SLL
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: LITERARY ESSAYS, REPORTS AND COLLECTION OF JOURNALISTIC ARTICLES
- Collection: NARRATIVE
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: May 2018
- Number of pages: 144
- Weight: 220 g
Editorial review
Inland is a necessary work for those who wish to understand the complexity of the migratory phenomenon from a rigorous and human perspective. Its approach, based on fieldwork and direct observation, offers a valuable counterpoint to the simplistic narratives that dominate public debate. A book that invites reflection and the questioning of established prejudices.