Environmental defenders in the Amazon are paying the ultimate price for their work. Those who fight to preserve the rainforest from illegal logging, mining, and drug trafficking operations often become targets of violence. It is a dangerous battle for these activists, as the destruction of the ecosystem threatens their very existence. The exploitation of the Amazon has attracted organized crime, and those who stand in the way are seen as obstacles to be removed.
This gripping account reveals the grave risks taken by those on the front lines, highlighting the violence and intimidation used to silence opposition. The cost of failing to protect the Amazon is incalculable, but for these brave individuals, the price of trying is measured in blood.