A Changeless Land : : Continuity and Change in Philippine Politics / / David G Timberman.

• Superior document: Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter ISEAS Archive eBook-Package 1970-1999
• VerfasserIn: G Timberman, David,
• Place / Publishing House: Singapore : : ISEAS Publishing, , [1991]; ©1991
• Year of Publication: 1991
• Language: English
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (433 p.)

This book examines the elements of continuity and change in Philippine politics and government over the last quarter century. This period, from the early 1960s through 1988, encompasses three distinct phases: the decline of "traditional" élite democracy, the imposition of martial law and "constitutional authoritarianism" under Ferdinand Marcos, and, most recently, the restoration of democracy under Corazon Aquino. By examining the elements of continuity and change during this period, this study attempts to provide a context for understanding current and future political developments in the Philippines.

Table of Contents

Frontmatter -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- introduction Continuity and Change in a "Changeless Land" -- PART ONE: Traditional Philippine Politics -- Chapter 1. Philippine Society and Political Culture -- Chapter 2. Traditional Government, Politics and Economic Affairs -- Chapter 3. The Forces of Change -- PART TWO: The Authoritarian Experience, 1972-86 -- Chapter 4. Authoritarianism and Its Impact -- Chapter 5. The Decline and Fall of Marcos, 1983-86 -- PART THREE: Democracy Restored -- Chapter 6. The Politics of Survival, 1986-88 -- Chapter 7. The Restoration of Democracy under Aquino -- Chapter 8. The Military and Other Political Actors -- Chapter 9. The Communist and Non-Communist Left -- Chapter 10. The Politics of Economic Recovery and Reform -- Chapter 11. The Prospects for Change in a "Changeless Land" -- Bibliography -- Index -- THE AUTHOR