Populism: An Introduction is the first introduction to the theme of populism. It will introduce the principal theories, definitions, models and contemporary debates. A number of global case studies will be used to illustrate the concept:

* Russian populism;

* Latin American populism;

* Italian populism;

* Peronism;

* Media populism;

* Penal populism;

* Constitutional populism.

Populism will reflect on the sociology of democratic processes and investigate the evolution of political consensus in contemporary political systems. This book will appeal to academics and postgraduate students working in the field of sociology, political sociology and politics.

About the Author

Manuel Anselmi is an Assistant Professor of Political Sociology at University of Perugia, Italy.

Book Information
ISBN 9781138287167
Author Manuel Anselmi
Format Paperback
Page Count 122
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 136g