Patronal Politics

Patronal Politics

Hale, 2014

Overview

This book introduces a novel framework for interpreting global events often categorized as democratization, rising authoritarianism, or revolution. It proposes that in regions with weak rule of law and widespread corruption, apparent political shifts are frequently predictable phases within longer-term cyclic dynamics known as patronal politics. The analysis is grounded in detailed historical accounts of the political trajectories of post-Soviet states outside the European Union since 1991.

Who it's for

• Students and researchers of political science and post-Soviet studies.
• Readers interested in comparative politics and the dynamics of governance in developing nations.
• Individuals seeking alternative explanations for political change beyond conventional models.

Key features

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 558
• Publisher: Cambridge Academ
• Year: 2014
• ISBN: 9781107423138