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El Chapo Guzmán: El juicio del siglo. / El Chapo Guzmán: The Trial of the Century Author: Alejandra Ibarra ChaoulPage Count: UnknownPublication Date: 2019-PRH El Chapo Guzmán: The Trial of the Century by Alejandra Ibarra Chaoul is a riveting account of the most high-profile trial in recent history, one that delves deep into the world of international narcotics trafficking and the corrupt systems that enable it. As a journalist who covered the entire trial from November 2018 to February 2019, Chaoul brings a level of expertise and insight that is unmatched by any other author. The book is a meticulous and unflinching portrayal of El Chapo Guzmán, the infamous leader of the Sinaloa cartel, and his eventual downfall. Chaoul's writing is crisp and engaging, making the book an easy read despite the complexity of the subject matter. She masterfully weaves together the various threads of the trial, including the testimonies of the criminals who betrayed Guzmán and the revelations of widespread corruption within the Mexican government. One of the most striking aspects of the book is its exposé of the connections between Guzmán's cartel and the highest levels of the Mexican government. Chaoul reveals that the governments of Presidents Felipe Calderón and Enrique Peña Nieto received millions of dollars in bribes in exchange for allowing the cartel to operate with impunity. This is a damning indictment of the corruption that pervades the highest echelons of power in Mexico, and Chaoul's reporting is both fearless and meticulous. The book also raises important questions about the role of the US government in the war on drugs. Chaoul notes that while the US authorities were quick to condemn Guzmán and his cartel, they have been slow to acknowledge their own complicity in the drug trade. The book ends with a haunting question: are there individuals within the US government and citizenry who are complicit in the purchase and distribution of drugs? The silence on this issue is deafening. Chaoul's style is characterized by her dogged reporting and her ability to get to the heart of the matter. She is unafraid to ask the tough questions and to confront the dark truths that lie at the heart of the narcotics trade. Her writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers. In short, El Chapo Guzmán: The Trial of the Century is a masterpiece of investigative journalism. Chaoul's reporting is superb, and her writing is engaging and accessible. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of international narcotics trafficking and the corrupt systems that enable it. #ElChapoGuzmán #TheTrialOfTheCentury #NarcoticsTrafficking #Corruption #WarOnDrugs #TrueCrime