Contemporary Oligarchies in Developed Democracies

Discover the intricate dynamics of power and economics in "Contemporary Oligarchies in Developed Democracies" by Shelly Gottfried. Published by Springer Nature Switzerland AG in 2019, this insightful hardback edition spans 237 pages, offering a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of oligarchies in modern democracies. Gottfried meticulously examines how economic policies adopted during the 1980s and 1990s transitioned into a liberal oligarchy, ultimately transforming into illiberal and populist oligarchies following the global financial crisis of 2007-2008. This book is essential for anyone interested in political science, economics, and the current state of democracy. Dive into this thought-provoking exploration and understand the implications of these shifts on contemporary governance.