Discover the transformative journey of Latin America in the 21st century with this insightful book, published by John Wiley & Sons. Narrated through the lens of two leading Latin American scholars, this comprehensive study examines the region's complex evolution as it integrates into the global economy while grappling with systemic inequalities and the consequences of technological modernization. As social movements rise and political conflicts flare, this text delves into the shift from neoliberalism to neo-developmentalism, exploring the impact of national populist movements and the resulting challenges of corruption and social unrest. A must-read for students and scholars of Latin American Studies, Sociology, and Politics, this book sheds light on how new identities and social movements—including women, youth, indigenous peoples, and workers—emerge from adversity, offering hope in tumultuous times. With 242 pages of in-depth analysis published in 2020, this brand new release is an essential addition to any academic library focusing on contemporary Latin America.

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ISBN: 9781509540020

Whether you're looking to enhance your knowledge or teach others about the modern Latin American landscape, this book will equip you with vital insights and understanding. Order your copy today to explore the pulse of Latin America in the changing global landscape.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509540020
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 242


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Latin America has experienced a profound transformation in the first two decades of the 21st century: it has been fully incorporated into the global economy, while excluding regions and populations devalued by the logic of capitalism. Technological modernization has gone hand-in-hand with the reshaping of old identities and the emergence of new onesThe transformation of Latin America has been shaped by social movements and political conflicts. The neoliberal model that dominated the first stage of the transformation induced widespread inequality and poverty, and triggered social explosions that led to its own collapse. A new model, neo-developmentalism, emerged from these crises as national populist movements were elected to government in several countries. The more the state intervened in the economy, the more it became vulnerable to corruption, until the rampant criminal economy came to penetrate state institutions. Upper middle classes defending their privileges and citizens indignant because of corruption of the political elites revolted against the new regimes, undermining the model of neo-developmentalism. In the midst of political disaffection and public despair, new social movements, women, youth, indigenous people, workers, peasants, opened up avenues of hope against the background of darkness invading the continentThis book, written by two leading scholars of Latin America, provides a comprehensive and up-do-date account of the new Latin America that is in the process of taking shape today. It will be an indispensable text for students and scholars in Latin American Studies, sociology, politics and