Bogdan Denis Denitch is an American sociologist and emeritus professor specializing in the political sociology of the Balkans. He has been active in democratic left politics and is a longtime advocate for human rights and an opponent of nationalism in the former Yugoslavia. His work focuses on analyzing political processes and social forces within the region. Denitch offers deep insights into the complex social and political dynamics shaping the Balkans.
This study aims to provide an examination of Yugoslavia's demise. The author's analysis interprets nationalism and populism as revolts against a new world system where abstract multinational financial and political institutions belie citizens' attempt at democratic participation.