Politics in Latin America: The Power Game - Hardcover

Vanden, Harry E.; Prevost, Gary

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0195123166 ISBN 13: 9780195123166

Publisher: OUP USA, 2001

Synopsis

Employing a political realist approach, Vanden and Prevost focus on who wields the power in Latin American countries, who controls the policymaking process, and who benefits from policy decisions. To shed some light on the reasons for the current political situation, the book also incorporates an analysis of the factors that influence the exercise of power; the historic traditions of the region as a whole and each country in particular; the nature and composition of classes and society; national and international political economies; and the changing roles of key interest groups. Politics in Latin America: The Power Game consists of four sections. Part One lays the groundwork for understanding Latin America as a whole, as well as each independent region. Part Two addresses the important themes necessary to understand contemporary Latin American politics. Part Three provides case studies of Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, Nicaragua, Chile, Peru, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, all written by experts on each particular country. Part Four examines Latin American international relations, with particular emphasis on U.S.-Latin American relations and Latin American attempts to chart a more independent course. A final chapter provides a brief summary and speculations about future developments in the region.

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Review:

I think this book's distinct advantage is its attention to intersectionality. It treats race and gender in a very integrated and holistic manner. It will also appeal to those who want a good overview of politics and history with a representative sample of country cases. -Erica Townsend-Bell, Oklahoma State University

Politics in Latin America is competitive in terms of price point and scope. The interdisciplinary nature of the book, especially first eleven chapters, marks a distinct innovation. -Daniel S Haworth, University of Houston, Clear Lake

[Politics of Latin America] combines three essential elements: discussion on theory, salient themes in the region and case-studies. I appreciate the fact that the case studies are written by specialists. [It] provides a solid context of the region that [permits] students to better understand its political development and current politics. -Maria R. Garcia-Acevedo, California State University, Northridge

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About this edition

• Publisher: OUP USA
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0195123166
• ISBN 13: 9780195123166
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 560