1. "The Devil's Highway: A True Story of Crime and Punishment at the Mexican Border" (2009):
- This nonfiction book tells the story of a group of undocumented Mexican immigrants who were abandoned in the Arizona desert by their smugglers and left to die. Pinheiro's book delves into the U.S.-Mexico border crisis, immigration policies, and the human cost of illegal immigration.
2. "The Language of Blood: The Making of a Writer in Times of War" (2012):
- A combination of memoir and cultural analysis, "The Language of Blood" explores Pinheiro's experiences as a young journalist covering conflicts in Kosovo, Angola, and Congo during the 1990s. The book examines the role of language, race, and national identity in shaping war narratives.
3. "America's Forgotten Masses: The Politics of Neglect in the Rust Belt" (2015):
- In this work, Pinheiro investigates the social and economic decline of manufacturing cities in the Rust Belt region of the United States, particularly in places like Youngstown, Ohio. He sheds light on the growing disenfranchisement and poverty in these communities, challenging prevailing assumptions about "white privilege."
4. "The New White Nationalism in America: Its Challenge to Integration" (2017):
- Pinheiro analyzes the rise of white nationalist movements in the U.S. and their efforts to undermine integration efforts. He argues that these movements pose a significant threat to American democracy and social cohesion.
5. "Out of America: A Black Man Confronts Africa and Racism in the Age of Obama" (2020):
- This travelogue and memoir chronicles Pinheiro's journey across Africa, where he explores the continent's history, politics, and racial dynamics. He reflects on his own experiences as a black American and the complexities of race and identity in the context of global anti-black racism.
Antony Pinheiro's writing style is characterized by a blend of personal narrative, historical analysis, and investigative journalism. His books offer critical perspectives on the intersections of race, class, immigration, and power in contemporary America.