This is a picture of one of hundred of carts, or trollies that the Cartoneros use to collect the cardboard and recyclables
from the streets of Buenos Aires.
Not to be confused with the Eloise Cartoneras, the publishing group. They buy the cardboard for the covers from the
cartoneros and a good price per kilo.
It's hard, still, to come to grips with this sight.
At all hours of the day and night, men and women and some
with kids are hauling these carts earning their living the hard way.
One day, when i was in the bus, it cut in front of a guy pulling a massive load. It was a hot day,and he had just gained momentum when the bus halted his progress. The frustration on his face as he yelled at the driver was real .Heartbreaking. And unforgettable.
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