What are some culturally interesting aspects of Chile? What should I read beforehand to prepare for a trip to Chile?
The poetry of both Chilean Noble prize winners, Gabriela Mistral and Pablo Neruda will give you a taste of the Chilean character. And for history, you might start with Carlos Fuentes The Buried Mirror: Reflections on Spain and the New World may help you understand not just Chile, but the continent of South America. To start researching Darwin, you might begin with books authored by Janet Browne, starting with ,i>Charles Darwin Voyaging, a Biography.
