 | ISBN: 978-1-58826-548-7 $67.00 | |
| ISBN: 978-1-62637-154-5 $67.00 | ||
| 2007/323 pages/LC: 2007014417 | ||
The authors consider politicians as both cause and effect. Drawing on pioneering field research on the opinions of Latin American legislators in 17 countries, they focus on two broad topics: political systems, as reflected in politicians' perspectives on the democracies and party organizations of which they are a part; and the role played by ideology, not only in shaping positions on issues, but also as a factor that gives coherence to parties. Their seminal work is central to the current political dynamics in the region, as well as to broader debates in political science.
"A veritable gold mine for scholars of democracy and democratic consolidation.... The volume is replete with insights.... It is a critical resource for scholars already working in, or seeking to join in and help unravel, the world of Latin American politicians and democratic party politics." —Elizabeth J. Zechmeister, Latin American Politics and Society
"A masterful and comprehensive analysis of Latin American political parties and politicians. This outstanding volume will shape how scholars view the functioning of politics in the region for years to come."—Mark Jones, Rice University
"This important contribution to the study of Latin American politics is likely to be widely cited—and sometimes challenged. There is no other analysis like it."—Eduardo Aleman, University of Houston