Politics of Latin America: The Power Game (4th Ed.)
Document Type
Book
Publication Date
2011
Abstract
Now in its fourth edition, Politics of Latin America explores both the evolution and the current state of the political scene in Latin America. Distinguishing itself from more traditional works on the subject, this unique text demonstrates a nuanced sensitivity to the use and abuse of power and the importance of social conditions, gender, race, globalization, and political economy throughout Latin America. The first part of the text is composed of thematic chapters that outline the region's geographic setting, history, economics, society, gender, race, and religion, setting the stage for a more detailed analysis of the politics, democratization, political culture, political movements, and revolution in Latin America. The second part of the book consists of carefully constructed case studies of ten representative Latin American nations: Guatemala, Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Venezuela, Colombia, Nicaragua, and Bolivia. Each case study traces the historical and political development of key actors and institutions, analyzing contemporary power configurations.
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Citation / Publisher Attribution
Politics of Latin America: The Power Game (4th Ed.), Oxford University Press
Scholar Commons Citation
Vanden, Harry E. and Prevost, Gary, "Politics of Latin America: The Power Game (4th Ed.)" (2011). Government and International Affairs Faculty Publications. 79.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/gia_facpub/79
