(Un)civil Societies: Human Rights and Democratic Transitions in Eastern Europe and Latin America

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In this timely volume, Rachel A. May and Andrew K. Milton have assembled an array of scholars from different disciplines to examine transitional governments in Eastern Europe and Latin America. Although policy makers and scholars often conflate them, the processes of democratization and the institutionalization of human rights are interactive, and the successful completion of each requires the parallel development of both. Drawing on specific political conditions and organized around topics such as the media, political parties, and political violence, (Un)Civil Societies broadens the discussion about democratization both thematically and geographically. This book is a valuable resource for students of comparative politics and anyone interested in the ongoing dialogue about human rights and democracy.

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The value of (Un)Civil Societies lies in the importance and quality of its individual components. Authored by senior and emerging scholars in their respective fields, the substantive chapters offer excellent reviews of their relevant bodies of literature while advancing incisive and engaging arguments of their own. * H-Net: Humanities and Social Science Reviews Online *
This edited volume explores the evolution of civil society and its implications for democratization and human rights. The three sections dealing with crime and violence, with the media, and with political parties are the best elements of this book.... Recommended. * Choice Reviews *

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Rachel A. May is associate professor in the Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences program at the University of Washington, Tacoma. Andrew K. Milton is visiting assistant professor of politics and government at the University of Puget Sound.