"Oil is the world's single most important commodity and its political effects are pervasive. Jeff Colgan extends the idea of the resource curse into the realm of international relations, exploring how countries form their foreign policy preferences and intentions. Why are some b…
Explores economic, social and political developments in Brazil from the 1950s to the 1990s and discusses whether the country is ready to assume a place among first world nations. Identifies key policy changes to be addressed.
Biographical study of lee kuan yew, comprising an account of his political leadership of Singapore - examines his role in the economic development of the city state, discusses the merger with Malaysia and subsequent independence, describes his attitude toward education, and incl…