ABSTRACT

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.

chapter 1|11 pages

The Context of Latin American Politics

chapter 2|18 pages

The Pattern of Historical Development

chapter 3|19 pages

Changing Political Culture

chapter 4|18 pages

Class, Social Structure, Social Change

chapter 5|42 pages

Interest Groups

chapter 6|19 pages

Political Parties

chapter 9|14 pages

Conclusion: Democracy in Latin America