Neopatrimonialism: The Evolution of Governance and Power Structures in Modern States

Explore the intricate world of Neopatrimonialism in this essential "Political Science" volume. It delves into the fusion of traditional patrimonial practices with modern governance, highlighting their role in shaping political stability and development worldwide. A must-read for students, professionals, and enthusiasts, this book offers critical insights into contemporary political structures and their historical foundations.

Chapters Overview:

1: Neopatrimonialism - Defines Neopatrimonialism and its role in modern political institutions.

2: Patrimonialism - Origins of Patrimonialism and its influence on governance and legitimacy.

3: Prebendalism - Explores how officeholders exploit state resources for personal gain.

4: Legitimation Crisis - Examines legitimacy crises in Neopatrimonial regimes.

5: Authoritarianism - Discusses Neopatrimonialism’s relationship with authoritarianism.

6: Corruption in Mexico - Analyzes corruption driven by Neopatrimonialism in Mexico.

7: Corruption in Cameroon - Delves into Neopatrimonial corruption in Cameroon.

8: Political Order and Decay - Studies Neopatrimonialism’s role in political stability and decay.

9: Democratic Backsliding - Evaluates how Neopatrimonialism erodes democratic institutions.

10: Democratization in Senegal - Examines democratization challenges within Neopatrimonialism in Senegal.

11: Dictatorship - Investigates Neopatrimonialism’s role in sustaining dictatorships.

12: Failed State - Discusses how Neopatrimonialism can lead to state collapse.

13: Military Dictatorship - Analyzes Neopatrimonialism's role in military dictatorships.

14: Democratization - Examines broader democratization trends influenced by Neopatrimonialism.

15: Fragile State - Explores how Neopatrimonialism contributes to state fragility.

16: Western European Colonialism - Looks at how colonialism influenced Neopatrimonialism.

17: Developmentalism - Explores how Neopatrimonialism interacts with developmental policies.

18: Staffan I. Lindberg - Highlights Lindberg’s work on democratic development.

19: Thandika Mkandawire - Showcases Mkandawire’s insights into African politics and Neopatrimonialism.

20: Democracy in Africa - Assesses the challenges of democracy in Africa within Neopatrimonialism.

21: Emmanuel Gyimah-Boadi - Discusses Gyimah-Boadi’s work on governance in Africa.

This book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding Neopatrimonialism and its far-reaching impact on global political systems. It combines historical context and contemporary analysis to provide readers with valuable insights into governance, development, and democracy, making it a worthy investment for those seeking knowledge in political science.