Battles for Freedom

Battles for Freedom

Mark Scheinbaum

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Cognella Inc.
Año de edición:
2024
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781793584557
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Battles for Freedom: Authoritarians and Democrats Meeting and Competing explores the dynamic interplay of Authoritarian and Democratic forces in global politics. Presenting a fresh analysis, the book navigates various political environments and their impact on civic society, advocating for a deeper understanding of how institutions function or fail in different contexts. The book unpacks complex subjects, including the frameworks of Western Liberal Democracy, the emergence and persistence of authoritarian regimes, and the shifting definitions of these concepts under current conditions. Drawing from the author’s rich journalistic, business, and academic work, it elaborates on the significance of the media in shaping public perceptions. Focused not merely on elements like coercion and control by authoritarian leadership, the text also investigates the influence of cultural, socio-political, and economic factors. Recommended for use in courses in political science, international relations, business, communication, and comparative politics, Battles for Freedom is well suited for global learning programs. It is an invaluable resource for core principles alongside real-world narratives and case studies that reflect geopolitical dilemmas. 

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