Nara B. Milanich Knihy

For most of human history, paternity was uncertain. Blood types, fingerprinting, and, recently, DNA analysis promised to solve the riddle of paternity. But even genetic certainty did not end the quest for the father. Rather, as Nara Milanich reveals, it confirms the social, cultural, and political nature of the age-old question: Who's your father?

The book explores the dynamics of family life in late-nineteenth and early twentieth-century Chile, highlighting the interplay between class structures and state development. It delves into how societal norms influenced child-rearing practices, illustrating the broader implications of these relationships on social order and governance during that historical period.