Counterpoints
Guillermo A. O'Donnell
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Counterpoints
Published
1999
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press
Pages
235
ISBN-10
026800837X
Description
The central theme of Counterpoints is democracy, its vissitudes and its possibilities in Latin America. Counterpoints is a successful mix of personal experience and meticulous scholarship - a trajectory of O'Donnell's work that starts with the critique of authoritarianism and ends with a close examination of presently existing democracies in Latin America. This book is especially valuable for scholars of democracy and democratization, comparative politics, and Latin American politics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Counterpoints?
This edition of Counterpoints has approximately 235 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Counterpoints?
For most readers, Counterpoints typically takes between 4h 54m and 3h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Counterpoints?
The estimated word count for Counterpoints is approximately 58,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Counterpoints?
Counterpoints was written by Guillermo A. O'Donnell.
When was Counterpoints published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.