{"title":"Michael Reid","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Reid offers incisive explorations of modern history through the lens of politics, culture, and economic change. His works, such as \u003cem\u003eBrazil\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSpain\u003c\/em\u003e, provide nuanced portraits of nations in transition, blending authoritative analysis with engaging narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will find his books rich in context and insight, ideal for those interested in contemporary history and the forces shaping the modern world. Reid’s writing illuminates the complexities of regions often overlooked, making history accessible and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spain-by-michael-reid-9780300278682","title":"Spain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn incisive account of modern Spain, from the death of Franco to the Catalan referendum and beyond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Comprehensive and engaging.\"—Gideon Rachman, \u003cem\u003eFinancial Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpain\u003c\/em\u003e's transition to democracy after Franco's long dictatorship was widely hailed as a success, ushering in three decades of unprecedented progress and prosperity. Yet, over the past decade, its political consensus has been under severe strain. A stable two-party system has splintered, with disruptive new parties on the far left and far right. No government has had a majority since 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Reid overturns the stereotypical view of \u003cem\u003eSpain\u003c\/em\u003e as a country haunted by its Francoist past. From Catalan separatism and the indignados movement to the Spanish economy's overdependence on tourism and small business, \u003cem\u003eSpain\u003c\/em\u003e's challenges can often seem unique. However, Reid is careful to emphasize the many pressures it faces in common with its European neighbours—such as austerity, populism, and increasing polarisation. 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The former Americas editor for the \u003ci\u003eEconomist\u003c\/i\u003e, Reid suggests that much of Central and South America, though less poor, less unequal, and better educated than before, faces harder economic times now that the commodities boom of the 2000s is over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis revised, in-depth account of the region reveals dynamic societies more concerned about corruption and climate change, the uncertainties of a Donald Trump-led United States, and a political cycle that, in many cases, is turning from left-wing populism to centre-right governments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis essential new edition provides important insights into the sweeping changes that have occurred in Latin America in recent years and indicates priorities for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000623415532,"sku":"9780300224658","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/071de1ef7f25bf06bc3a64f5fafc202c.jpg?v=1773004962"},{"product_id":"brazil-by-michael-reid-9780300216974","title":"Brazil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrazil\u003c\/em\u003e offers a knowledgeable appreciation of a complex, vital South American giant, destined to be one of the world’s premier economic powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperts believe that Brazil, the world’s fifth largest country and its seventh largest economy, will be one of the most important global powers by the year 2030. Yet far more attention has been paid to the other rising behemoths: Russia, India, and China. Often ignored and underappreciated, Brazil, according to renowned, award-winning journalist Michael Reid, has finally begun to live up to its potential but faces important challenges before it becomes a nation of substantial global significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades of military rule, the fourth most populous democracy enjoyed effective reformist leadership that tamed inflation, opened the country up to trade, and addressed poverty and other social issues, enabling Brazil to become more of an essential participant in global affairs. But as it prepares to host the 2014 soccer World Cup and 2016 Olympics, Brazil has been rocked by mass protest. 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