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 August 7, 2015 / Modified aug 10, 2015 12:06 p.m.

The Haunting of the Mexican Border

Artist, filmmaker and author Kathryn Ferguson discusses her book about the changing social and political landscape of the U.S. - Mexico Border.
by Mark McLemore

The Haunting of the Mexican Border cover spot The cover of Kathryn Ferguson's new book, "The Haunting of the Mexican Border."

In her career as a dancer, artist, and documentary filmmaker Kathryn Ferguson has had to confront fear often, and she has learned to draw upon it as a catalyst for making art. Her years of travel in Northern Mexico form the basis for her book The Haunting of the Mexican Border: A Woman's Journey...

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The Haunting of the Mexican Border: A Woman's Journey is published by The University of New Mexico Press.

Ferguson will host a book release event from 5 to 7 pm on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at the Temple of Music and Art Lounge in Tucson.


rita of the sky poster spotlight "Rita of the Sky" a film by Kathryn Ferguson.
Rita of the Sky poster by Bill Yahraus & Steve Romaniello
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