Synopses & Reviews
Review
"Populism has been considered to be a movement of the 1940s and 1950s, but this study gives evidence that it continues to be an important ingredient in Latin American politics today."—Edward H. Moseley, The University of Alabama
Synopsis
Populism in Latin America provides a lively, accessible, and up-to- date introduction to the fascinating populist leaders who dominated much of 20th-century Latin American politics.
About the Author
Michael L. Conniff is Professor of History at the University of South Florida, where he also directs the Latin American and Caribbean Program. John D. Wirth is Gildred Professor of Latin American Studies at Stanford University.