An Anarchy of Families State and Family in the Philippines Tapa blanda - 1995

Manila, Philippines: Ateno de Manila University Press, 1995. Very Good+ condition. Flat, uncreased spine. No chips, tears or fading. NO owner's name or bookplate. NOT a library discard. NOT a remainder. Pages are crisp, clean and unmarked. Bound in the original pictorial wraps. Published in cooperation with The Center for Southeast Asian Studies, University of Wisconsin, Madison. From the publisher: "Winner of the Philippine National Book Award, but now out of print outside of Asia, AN ANARCHY OF FAMILIES: STATE AND FAMILY IN THE PHILIPPINES explores the dynamics of family-based oligarchies and their pervasive influence on Philippine politics. Throughout the 20th century, kinship networks radiating from elite Filipino families have acted as powerful coalitions -- wielding substantial capital, exercising political sway, and sometimes backing it up with paramilitary force. This volume shows how the power of these extended families both derives from, and contributes to, a weak and corrupt… Leer más

Philippines, Asia: Ateneo De Manila University Press, 1998 The cover is a little worn and the spine is creased. 542 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.. Paperback. Very Good.