Latin America's Left Turns: Politics, Policies, and Trajectories of Change - Hardcover

Cameron, Maxwell A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1588267148 ISBN 13: 9781588267146

Publisher: Lynne Rienner, 2010

Synopsis

This accessible, up-to-date look at Latin American politics explores how—and to what effect—diverse forces on the left have not only captured the imagination of vast swathes of the continent’s population, but also taken hold of the reins of government. The authors assess the multiple currents of Latin America's left turns, considering their origins, their relationships to political parties and social movements, and their performance in office. They also consider the challenges faced by such leaders as Hugo Chávez, Evo Morales, and ""Lula"" da Silva in efforts to address long-standing socioeconomic inequalities. Explicitly comparative and enhanced with solid empirical material, the book offers a thoughtful commentary on Latin America’s changing political environment.  

About this edition

• Publisher: Lynne Rienner
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1588267148
• ISBN 13: 9781588267146
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320