The Political Economy of Democratic Transitions

by Stephan Haggard and Robert R. Kaufman

Book Overview

In the last two decades, there has been a widespread movement from authoritarian to democratic rule among developing countries, often occurring against a backdrop of severe economic crises and the adoption of market-oriented reforms. The coincidence of these events raises long-standing questions about the relationship between economic and political change. In this book, Stephan Haggard and Robert Kaufman explore this relationship, addressing a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691027757
• ISBN13: 9780691027753
• Release Date: August 1995
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

A "Must Have"

This book is a "Must Have" for anyone interested in political economy or democratization. The authors provide a compelling argument that the economic circumstances surrounding the transition to democracy have a profound influence on the nature of democratic consolidation. The authors also provide analysis of actors and international influence on the democratization process. The only problem with this work is that the country studies are becoming dated (particularly Mexico, Taiwan, and Thailand). This book is accessible to advanced undergraduates but requires very guided lectures.