The Changing Nature of Democracy

Author/creator Inoguchi, Takashi Editor
Other author Keane, John Editor
Other author Newman, Edward Editor
Format Electronic
Publication InfoNew York : United Nations Publications
Description294 p. 09.190 x 06.110 in.
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SeriesUnu Series on the Changing Nature of Democracy Ser.
Summary Annotation Democracy is recognized as the primary vehicle for the fulfilment of individual and collective aspirations, the articulation of interests, and the nurturing of civil society. Globalizing forces have underpinned the spread of this message across the globe. Yet the march of democratization is highly contested and politicized and there is little consensus on what democracy is or should be. This volume brings together preeminent scholars from around the world in a collection of essays that point to a changing and broadening agenda of democracy. Themes addressed include challenges to democracy in established democracies and in transitional societies, the media and communications, globalization, criteria of democracy, religion, culture, civil society, and the internationalization of the democratic ethos. While democracy has been given a new lease on life in the post-Cold War context and its sphere of applicability has widened beyond the state closure, this book highlights the limitations and tensions of this worldwide movement.
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LCCN 98009061
ISBN9789280810059
ISBN9280810057 (Trade Paper) Out of Print
Standard identifier# 9789280810059
Stock numberE.98.III.A.26 00026844

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