Chile: The Legacy of Hispanic Capitalism

by Brian Loveman

A comprehensive socioeconomic and political history of Chile from the time of the Spanish conquest to the 1980s, this book focuses on the continuity of themes and issues in Chilean society over almost five centuries. By tracing the development of "Hispanic capitalism" in the era of conquest,
and exploring its transformation during the 19th and 20th centuries, Loveman provides a coherent chronological and thematic interpretation of Chile's historical development. With new information on the military government, economic and social change, agrarian reform, and labor, education, and public
policies in the 20th century, this revised edition remains the preeminent book on Chile.

Genres: History

464 pages, Paperback

First published April 12, 1979

Reviews

[Miles · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Chile! I have been fascinated with this south american republic for almost two decades and can never tire learning as many details as I can about what makes the country tick. Travel books are fine, but getting in to the depth and breadth of history, society, economics, and politics of a place really provide so much needed back drop to the pretty pictures. This heavy read is satisfying in a sugar-sprinkled, deep-fried spudnut way.

[Vincent Rivas-Flores · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very strong and in depth history of Chile, but as the title suggest, be prepared to see lots of numbers. Loveman's book demonstrate how intimately tied together the political history and economic history of Chile really were. It is impossible to understand one without the other.