LATIN AMERICA AT A GLANCE. RECENT POLITICAL AND ELECTORAL TRENDS (POLIDEMOS 10).

Latin America at a Glance: Recent Political and Electoral Trends presents an incisive collection of academic essays derived from a series of international seminars held at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart of Milan between November 2022 and April 2023. Edited by Samuele Mazzolini, this volume synthesises the intellectual contributions of some leading experts, offering a meticulous exploration of contemporary Latin American politics. The essays traverse the intricate terrain of the region’s political landscape, delving into historical underpinnings, democratic dilemmas, social protests, electoral challenges, unexpected political outcomes, and the emergence, evolution, and ramifications of populism.