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The Dictator: Shadow Life Under Augusto Pinochet

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In 1973, Augusto Pinochet led a military coup that overthrew the democratically elected government of Chile. For the next 17 years, Pinochet ruled Chile with an iron fist, presiding over a regime that was responsible for the deaths of thousands of people and the torture of tens of thousands more.

The Dictator's Shadow: Life Under Augusto Pinochet

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The Dictator: Shadow Life Under Augusto Pinochet is a gripping and unforgettable account of life under one of the most brutal dictatorships in history. Drawing on interviews with survivors, witnesses, and perpetrators, as well as declassified documents, Peter Kornbluh tells the story of how Pinochet came to power, how he maintained his grip on power, and how he was finally brought to justice.

Kornbluh's book is a powerful indictment of Pinochet and his regime. He documents the widespread use of torture, the arbitrary arrests and detentions, the disappearances, and the assassinations. He also shows how Pinochet's regime was supported by the United States government, which provided him with military and economic aid.

The Dictator is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the dark history of Chile's dictatorship. It is a powerful reminder of the dangers of tyranny and the importance of fighting for human rights.

Praise for The Dictator

"A gripping and unforgettable account of life under one of the most brutal dictatorships in history." —The New York Times

"A powerful indictment of Pinochet and his regime." —The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the dark history of Chile's dictatorship." —The Guardian

About the Author

Peter Kornbluh is a senior analyst at the National Security Archive, a non-profit research institution that promotes the declassification of government documents. He is the author of several books, including The Pinochet File: A Declassified Dossier on Atrocity and Accountability.