Crossing Borders serves as Rigoberta Menchú's riveting 1998 sequel to her acclaimed autobiography, I, Rigoberta Menchú: An Indian Woman in Guatemala. Within its pages, she chronicles her relentless journey and ongoing battles following her momentous receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992.

Biographical Tales and Testimonies

Rigoberta Menchú Tum: Champion of Human Rights offers a compelling biography of Menchú, tailored for the inquisitive minds of secondary-school students.

Guatemalan Women Speak is a profound anthology, translating the voices of both ladino and Indigenous women, addressing a diverse tapestry of subjects like "Earning a Living," "Being Indian," and "Fighting Back."

David Stoll's Rigoberta Menchú and the Story of All Poor Guatemalans sparks controversy, with Menchú's advocates condemning it as a conservative critique of her narrative, while others hail it as an insightful examination of contradictions within her story.

Educational Reflections

Teaching and Testimony: Rigoberta Menchú and the North American Classroom encompasses a collection of essays penned by college professors and educators. These writings delve into the application of I, Rigoberta Menchú: An Indian Woman in Guatemala in classroom settings, providing a thorough exploration of its historical backdrop, literary structure, and critical interpretation.

Kaffir Boy: The True Story of a Black Youth's Coming of Age in Apartheid South Africa narrates an impactful autobiography of a young man's courageous battle against the oppressive climate of apartheid. Facing the stark realities of discrimination, extreme poverty, and relentless police terror, he triumphs as a tennis player, ultimately earning a scholarship to an American university against all odds.