Moments and Memory: Forty Years After the Pinochet Coup

On September 11, 1973, a military coup led by General Augusto Pinochet overthrew the democratically elected government of Salvador Allende in Chile. The coup ushered in a period of brutal repression that lasted for 17 years. During this time, thousands of Chileans were disappeared, tortured, and killed. Many more were forced into exile.

The Chilean Chronicles: Moments and Memory Forty Years After The Pinochet Coup

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In the years since the dictatorship, Chile has made significant progress in coming to terms with its past. However, the wounds of the past still run deep. For many Chileans, the memories of the dictatorship are still fresh. They continue to grieve for their lost loved ones and to fight for justice and reconciliation.

Moments and Memory: Forty Years After the Pinochet Coup is a powerful and moving account of the Chilean people's struggle for justice and reconciliation. Through interviews with survivors, activists, and family members, the book tells the stories of those who were disappeared, tortured, and killed during the Pinochet dictatorship. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of fighting for human rights.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part, "The Dictatorship," provides a historical overview of the Pinochet regime. The second part, "The Survivors," tells the stories of those who survived the dictatorship. The third part, "The Legacy," examines the long-term impact of the dictatorship on Chilean society.

Moments and Memory is a valuable contribution to the literature on the Pinochet dictatorship. It is a powerful and moving account of the Chilean people's struggle for justice and reconciliation. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in human rights, Latin American history, or the power of memory.

About the Author

Carmen Berenguer is a Chilean journalist and writer. She has written extensively about the Pinochet dictatorship and its aftermath. Her work has been published in a variety of international publications, including The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Nation.

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"Moments and Memory is a powerful and moving account of the Chilean people's struggle for justice and reconciliation. Carmen Berenguer has done a masterful job of weaving together the personal stories of survivors with the historical context of the Pinochet dictatorship. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in human rights, Latin American history, or the power of memory." - Ariel Dorfman, author of Death and the Maiden

"Carmen Berenguer's Moments and Memory is a powerful and important book. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of fighting for human rights. The book is a must-read for anyone who cares about justice and reconciliation." - Isabel Allende, author of The House of the Spirits

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The Chilean Chronicles: Moments and Memory Forty Years After The Pinochet Coup

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4356 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	216 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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