El Gancho

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Set in the early 1900s, this novel follows a Mexican family's harrowing journey to America, fleeing civil war, famine, and disease. The father, Pruduenciano Nava, faces dire consequences after a failed train robbery, forcing him to adopt a new identity as Tereso Minjares. Seeking peace in Dona Ana, their hopes are dashed when Nava's ambition leads him to become involved with the notorious rebel Pancho Villa, threatening the family's safety and stability. The story explores themes of identity, ambition, and the quest for a better life.