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A blip of prosperity at the turn of the 20th century brought American trout to Patagonia, then for a half-century they were forgotten to fight wars and build a nation. Rediscovered by fishermen a half-century later, the fish had grown to epic proportions. In Chasing Rumor, Cameron Chambers chronicles his modern-day pilgrimage to the rivers of Patagonia in pursuit of these legendary 20-pound trout. What started as a trip focused on catching fish became a love affair with the Patagonian landscape,...

Guinea pigs have been reared and eaten by indigenous people in the Andes since ancient times, and it seemed rational to development planners to ‘modernize' their production. When these development projects ran into trouble, a team of anthropologists was invited to study the reasons for this lack of success. This intriguing book is the product of that study.What the author shows is that guinea pigs have a meaning in the social and ritual life of Ecuadorian peasants which is far from mundane. Reje...

This is the essential new field guide to the birds of Chile. Representing a great diversity of habitats, from the Andes in the north down to the tundra and sub-Antarctic rainforest of Tierra del Fuego in the far south, Chile is the breeding ground or temporary abode of 473 known species including 9 found nowhere else in the world. Birds of Chile covers them all, embracing not only the mainland but points offshore such as Easter Island as well as the Antarctic Peninsula and adjacent islands, plus...

Whether you want to go hiking in Patagonia, hit the beach in Viña del Mar, or drink your way across the Central Valley wine region,  the local Fodor’s travel experts in Chile are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Chile guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color pho...

180 South takes readers behind the scenes of the film, 180 South, made by Chris Malloy, to learn more about the people who made the original overland journey to Patagonia in 1968, and the repeat journey over ocean and land 40 years later. The book includes stories of events and experiences that inspired Chris Malloy, Yvon Chouinard, and Doug Tompkins to choose paths committed to saving what's left of the wild world. Open it anywhere and enjoy the photographs by the world's leading surf and cli...

Seasoned author and South America expert Wayne Bernhardson covers the best of Chile's rich history and culture, from skiing in the boroughs of Santiago to wine-tasting in the country's heartland. To help travellers plan for their trip, Bernhardson includes insightful and fun suggested itineraries, such as Adventure in the Andes The Best of Santiago, Valparaiso, and Wine Country and Wildlife Encounters. With information on climbing volcanoes in the Sur Chico, following the path of Chilean poet Pa...

Chile stretches along the Pacific coast of South America, west of the Andes, and is the longest country in the world from north to south. The contrasting landscape offers the Atacama Desert in the north--the driest area on earth--and in the south are rainforests, lake landscapes, and glaciers. More than 400 photographs present this country from north to south with its fascinating world of desert landscapes, volcanoes, glaciers, and a rich flora and fauna.

Discover Chile's mesmerizing landscapes and captivating cities.Whether you want to hike the soaring peaks of Torres del Paine, soak in the hot springs of Pucón or lose yourself in Santiago's fine arts museums, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Chile and Easter Island has to offer.Framed by the Atacama Desert, the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, Chile is blessed with wonderful scenery at every turn. And it's not just a feast for the eyes: the country's dramatic lands...