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100 1 _aMansfield, Robert E.,
_d1866-
245 1 0 _aProgressive Chile
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2022
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2022-05-25
508 _aSonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Progressive Chile" by Robert E. Mansfield is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text outlines the progress and evolution of Chile, providing insights into its geography, history, customs, and societal structures. Mansfield takes an unembellished approach to present both the positive and negative aspects of Chilean society, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of the nation during this time. The opening of the book sets a foundational understanding of Chile's geography, describing it as a unique strip of land with an array of natural resources and contrasting environments, from deserts to lush valleys. Mansfield emphasizes the significant influence of Indigenous tribes, particularly the Araucanians, and explores early European encounters that shaped the country's history. The author presents a blend of natural beauty and challenging socio-political landscapes, hinting at a rich narrative that encompasses Chile’s journey toward becoming an enlightened and progressive nation. Overall, the beginning contextualizes the various themes that will unfold throughout the text, inviting readers to delve into the intricate story of Chile. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: The Neale Publishing Company, 1913
653 _aChile
653 _aChile -- Social life and customs
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/progressivechile00mans/page/n7/mode/2up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68173
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