chile

Chilean author Isabel Allende tells her life story, describing the impact of the military coup of 1973, the violent death of her uncle, her move to the U.S., and the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, as well as the influence of memory and nostalgia on her novels.

The author describes her travels throughout the 2,600-mile long country of Chile, from the driest desert in the world to Antarctica.

Provides an introduction to Chile, with information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, the people who have shaped its past and present, its current environmental issues, and its cuisine, festivals, and traditions, and includes maps, graphs, foreign language phrases, flags, and a time line.

Discusses the land, history, economy, people, and festivals of Chile; and includes recipes, a glossary, project and report ideas, a chronology, and resources.

An introduction to Chile, highlighting the country's geography, people, foods, schools, recreation, celebrations, and language.

Presents an introduction to the geography of the Chile, focusing on five major themes, including location, place, human-environment interaction, movement, and region. Includes illustrations.

Presents a photographic introduction to the land, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Chile.

Introduces the geography, history, culture, and traditions of the South American nation, Chile.

Provides an overview of the geography, history, government, people, arts, foods, and other aspects of life in Chile.

Provides an introduction to Chile, focusing on the country's land, people, and culture. Includes full-color photographs, a list of "fast facts," a glossary, and further reading sources.