Hugo Chavez - Socialist for the Twenty-first Century (Hardcover)

When Hugo Chavez, then President of Venezuela, died in 2013, millions across the globe mourned. In an age where most politicians inspire only apathy and cynicism, Chavez's popularity, radicalism and vibrant personality were truly unique. Released one year after Chavez's unexpected death, this dramatic and intimate biography traces Chavez's life from an impoverished rural family to the Miraflores Presidential Palace in Caracas. Mike Gonzalez shows how Chavez's 'Bolivarian revolution' aimed to complete Simon Bolivar's promise of a Latin America free from imperialism. Gonzalez details Chavez's close connection to the masses and how he enraged wealthy elites by declaring his support for 21st century socialism. He concludes that the struggle for social justice inspired by Chavez can and must continue. This is an ideal guide to Chavez's inspiring life and legacy.

General

Imprint:	Pluto Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Revolutionary Lives
Release date:	February 2014
First published:	February 2014
Authors:	Mike Gonzalez
Dimensions:	198 x 129 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Library binding
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-0-7453-3466-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political ideologies > Socialism & left-of-centre democratic ideologies
LSN:	0-7453-3466-0
Barcode:	9780745334660

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