DemocratizationChristian Welzel, Christian W. Haerpfer, Patrick Bernhagen, Ronald F. Inglehart Democratization is the most comprehensive volume on this critical field of contemporary politics, with insightful coverage of the key theories, actors, dynamics, and developments. This authoritative guide brings together leading experts from diverse international backgrounds, including some of the best known names in the field, making it an invaluable resource to students of democratization. This second edition reflects the dramatic changes in today's political world, with empirical coverage of developments on every continent. It considers the role of new technologies, including a dedicated chapter on social media and democratization, as well as the resilience of authoritarian tendencies in many parts of the world. The book is accompanied by a range of online resources designed to support both students and lecturers. For students: For registered adopters of the textbook: |
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User Review - bdtrump - LibraryThingThe authors present an exhaustive work on the process of democratization. Rich in history, context, and frequent admission of the complexity of the field. Read full review
Contents
PART TWO Causes and Dimensions of Democratization | 101 |
PART THREE Actors and Institutions | 195 |
PART FOUR Regions of Democratization | 283 |
PART FIVE Conclusions and Outlook | 421 |
Glossary | 432 |
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