Norman Kajsa - A Hero's Curse The Perpetual Liberation Of Venezuela - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: A Hero's Curse is the story of the modern Venezuelans whose lives have taken shape in the shadow of Simon Bolivar and his most passionate disciple Comandante Hugo Chavez. For nearly two hundred years Venezuela's political leaders have evoked the legacy of their liberator Bolivar to stir popular support. While Bolivar's heroic struggle helped free a continent his affinity for dictatorial rule spawned a vicious cycle of liberation and tyranny that has always haunted Venezuela. Since Chavez's death the battle for Venezuela's future has intensified. Amidst a collapsing economy escalating violence and shortages of basic goods there are increasing calls for a change of leadership. Rivals for power compete in demonstrating to the masses that they are the new true Venezuelan hero come to set them free. Kajsa Norman chronicles the rise and fall of Chavez and the tragic impact of Venezuela's 'heroic politics on ordinary citizens. The stage is set for yet another turn in Venezuela's cycle of perpetual liberation with a new generation of leaders clamouring for the title of national hero.
Title: A Hero's Curse The Perpetual Liberation Of Venezuela
Author(s): Norman Kajsa
Publisher: C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Barcode: 9781849047951
Pages: 256 Pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 5/17/2017
Category: Political Ideologies