Brings together studies of many of the small previously established states that have retained and/or restored democracy despite formidable economic, social, or political challenges. Seeks to establish common themes, whether or not they fit a grand causal theory, emphasizing adaptability as one of the key characteristics of democratic systems. Countries studied include Botswana, Costa Rica, Ghana, and Israel. Distributed by ISBS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
This volume brings together studies of the small number of previously established states that have retained and/or restored democracy despite - in many cases - formidable economic, social or political challenges. It seeks to establish common themes, whether or not they appear to fit a grand casual theory. It is, after all, the very adaptability of democratic systems that characterises their persistence, durability and resilience.
