An Introduction to Latin American Politics and Development

1. Auflage 2019
ISBN: 978-0-367-00741-6
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 244 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 454 g

This book is used as an introductory text in courses or seminars in Latin American politics, Latin American development, comparative politics, Third World politics, transitions to democracy, globalization, politics of developing areas, and social change.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Wiarda, Howard J.

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Allgemein

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface -- The Context of Latin American Politics -- The Pattern of Historical Development -- Changing Political Culture -- Class, Social Structure, Social Change -- Interest Groups -- Political Parties -- Government Machinery, the Role of the State, and Public Policy -- The Struggle for Democracy in Latin America -- Conclusion: Democracy in Latin America

Über Autor(innen)

HOWARD J.WIARDA is the Dean Rusk Professor of International Relations and Founding Head of the Department of International Affairs at the University of Georgia, USA.