An Introduction to Latin American Politics and Development

ISBN-13: 9780367157289 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021

Howard J. Wiarda

Opis

This book is designed to be 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.

Spis treści

1. The Context of Latin American Politics 2. The Pattern of Historical Development 3. Changing Political Culture 4. Class, Social Structure, Social Change 5. Interest Groups 6. Political Parties 7. Government Machinery, the Role of the State, and Public Policy 8. The Struggle for Democracy in Latin America 9. Conclusion: Democracy in Latin America

O autorze

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.