La guerra en las palabras: Spanish Audiobook by Oswaldo Zavala
La guerra en las palabras is an unabridged Spanish audiobook by Oswaldo Zavala about the intellectual history of the “narco” narrative in Mexico from 1975 to 2020. It examines how political language and cultural works have shaped explanations of drug trafficking, corruption, and violence.
At a glance
- Discusses the history of the “narco” narrative in Mexico across 1975–2020.
- The listing describes an argument about how political language and cultural works have reinforced a dominant account of drug-related violence.
- Draws on official archives, journalism, academic studies, and cultural works, according to the listing.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A substantial historical and intellectual scope, spanning 45 years of debate about the “narco” in Mexico.
- The unabridged audio format preserves the full work for listeners who prefer spoken Spanish.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Language | Spanish |
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 13 hours and 41 minutes |
| Author | Oswaldo Zavala |
| Narrator | Olallo Rubio |
| Publisher | Penguin Random House Audio |
| Publication date | December 1, 2022 |
What to know before buying
- The listing presents the book’s interpretive argument, including a challenge to the dominant official narrative. Buyers seeking a neutral survey should be aware that this is an explicitly critical perspective.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Spanish-language listeners interested in Mexican political history and the language used to explain drug-related violence.
- Listeners looking for a book-length critique of “narco” narratives across journalism, scholarship, and popular culture.
Less suited to
- Listeners who need an English-language audiobook.
- Listeners seeking a short introduction rather than a nearly fourteen-hour work.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What language is this audiobook in?
The listing identifies the audiobook as Spanish.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 13 hours and 41 minutes.
What does the book examine?
It explores the intellectual history of the “narco” narrative in Mexico from 1975 to 2020, including how political language and cultural works shape explanations of violence.
Is this an abridged edition?
No. The listing describes it as unabridged.
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