Лучшие книги о Аргентине

Дневниковые записи 23-летнего Эрнесто Че Гевары, предпринявшего в 1951-1952 гг. путешествие на мотоцикле по Южной Америке со своим приятелем Альберто Гранадо. За семь месяцев приятели объехали Аргентину, Чили, Перу, Колумбию и Венесуэлу. По мотивам книги был снят фильм, номинировавшийся на Оскар-2005 за сценарий.

An exhilarating look at a place that still retains the exotic mystery of a far-off, unseen land, Bruce Chatwin’s exquisite account of his journey through Patagonia teems with evocative descriptions, remarkable bits of history, and unforgettable anecdotes. Fueled by an unmistakable lust for life and adventure and a singular gift for storytelling, Chatwin treks through “the uttermost part of the earth”— that stretch of land at the southern tip of South America, where bandits were once made welcome—in search of almost forgotten legends, the descendants of Welsh immigrants, and the log cabin built by Butch Cassidy. An instant classic upon publication in 1977, In Patagonia is a masterpiece that has cast a long shadow upon the literary world.

A young writer returns to his home in South America to say goodbye to his dying father. While going through his parents' house, he discovers a cache of documents that uncovers his father's obsession with the disappearance of a local man. As he delves deeper, he comes face-to-face with Argentina's dark political past and his family's underground resistance against an oppressive regime. This daring novel highlights corruption, responsibility, and the power of remembrance.

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Explore the wild and mysterious land of Patagonia through the eyes of one man who has dared to push himself to the limit in seven expeditions there. Gregory Crouch shares both his successes and failures climbing the terrifying peaks of Patagonia, and reveals the gritty reality of the alpine craft, including the menial labor often required to fund the next expedition. With stunning color photographs that showcase the many different moods and landscapes of Patagonia, Enduring Patagonia is a breathtaking odyssey through one of the last truly wild places on earth.

This powerful poem is a protest against the loss of freedom and individuality experienced by the gaucho - a minority group in Argentina forced to adjust to a new culture imposed by the government. Over a century old, the poem has been translated into nineteen languages and appeals to oppressed groups around the world. It provides a historical link to the gauchos' contribution to Argentina's development, from fighting in civil wars to clearing the pampas of Indian bands. A masterpiece of world literature, this English version captures the poem's substance and tone, making it a catalyst for enjoyment, provocation, and insight.

Перед вами - `Игра в классики`. Книга, которую литературные критики традиционно сравнивают то с `Игрой в бисер` Германа Гессе, то с `Улиссом` Джеймса Джойса. Книга, считающаяся своеобразным эталоном магического реализма. `Игра в классики`. Текст в тексте. Роман, в котором мистические откровения подлежат жесткой классификации, а обычные события обретают глубинный, многоуровневый смысл. Книга, без которой не было бы не только Фаулза и Коэльо, но даже и `позднего` Маркеса!

This gripping thriller follows Bernie Gunther, falsely accused of Nazi war crimes, to 1950's Buenos Aires. But when a serial killer begins murdering young girls and the murders are linked to Gunther's past in Berlin, he can't resist getting involved. A Quiet Flame is loaded with evocative historical detail and is among the best work of acclaimed thriller writer Philip Kerr.