A History of Chile, 1808–1994
Simon Collier author William F Sater author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Published:26th Jul '96
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This volume explores the history of Chile from its independence until 1994.
A History of Chile explains how Chile evolved politically from a nation dominated by a small aristocracy into a democracy, how it created an economy which increasingly relied on its factories rather than solely on its mines, and how Chilean culture developed from a unique fusion of European and Latin American sources.A History of Chile traces the nation's political, economic, and social evolution from its independence until the 1994 inauguration of President Eduardo Frei. This book explains how Chile evolved politically from a nation dominated by a small aristocracy into a democracy, and how it created an economy which increasingly relied on its factories rather than solely on its mines. Finally, it describes the development of Chilean culture, which is a unique fusion of European and Latin American sources.
'This is a most enjoyable book. The author's intentions are clearly set out in the preface where they state their aim to provide a general account of modern Chilean history and they have done so most successfully. The overriding tone of the book is one of immense affection and respect for Chile and its people, and there is an overwhelming sense that the authors enjoyed writing this book very much. Such sentiments are communicated to the wide range of readers to whom this book will appeal … a rich history of Chilean political, economic and cultural life which is in no way diminished by being a 'basic narrative' rather than a complex interweaving of theory and empiricism which can frequently cloud an appreciation of history.' Journal of Latin American Studies
ISBN: 9780521560757
Dimensions: 235mm x 158mm x 35mm
Weight: 948g
447 pages