{"product_id":"revolution-and-democracy-in-ghana-9781032135496","title":"Revolution and Democracy in Ghana","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book analyses Flight-Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlingsâ plans for radical democratisation in Ghana, involving ordinary people directly in the countryâs political and economic decision-making processes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRawlings came to power in Ghana in late 1981 determined to restructure the characteristics of Ghana's political and economic systems. Despite Rawlingsâ aim to bring ordinary Ghanaians into the decision-making process, his regime was still heavily dependent on the support of the military and attempts at direct democracy ultimately ended in failure. Outside analysts have viewed his plans as one of Africaâs most draconian economic reform programmes. The book traces this turbulent period of Ghanaâs history, showing Rawlingsâ development from a fiery revolutionary to a democracy-supporting politician adept at winning elections. It investigates how, despite frequent coup attempts and the loss of most of its original civilian support base, the regime was able to remain in power, ove\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51018859675991,"sku":"9781032135496","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781032135496.jpg?v=1750778421","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/revolution-and-democracy-in-ghana-9781032135496","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}