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The late 1960s marked a critical juncture for global capitalism, revealing deep-seated issues that led to unemployment and reduced consumer power. Petras and Veltmeyer analyze the responses to this crisis, including restructuring production and implementing new technologies, aimed at revitalizing a failing system. They delve into class divisions and the political implications of the anti-globalization movement, offering insights into the potential for unifying resistance against neo-liberalism and exploring alternatives for a more equitable socialist development.

The book provides an in-depth exploration of U.S. imperialism, emphasizing its multifaceted impact beyond mere economic domination. Petras examines cultural, political, and historical dimensions, revealing how these elements intertwine to shape global dynamics. This comprehensive analysis aims to deepen the understanding of imperialism's far-reaching consequences in various contexts.

The book explores the rise of a new Left in Latin America as a response to neoliberalism, highlighting its roots in grassroots movements among the popular classes. It examines how social forces from rural areas and urban slums have come together to challenge prevailing economic policies, emphasizing the significance of this political movement in shaping contemporary Latin American society.

The book delves into the evolution of political regimes in Latin America, focusing on the shift from a progressive cycle to a resurgence of far-right politics and a reversion to neoliberal policies. It analyzes the implications of this transition, highlighting the complexities of electoral dynamics and the broader socio-political context influencing these changes. Through this exploration, it offers insights into the patterns of governance and the challenges faced by progressive movements in the region.

This book provides an overview of the key issues of development studies from a critical perspective: the nature of the global capitalist system and the dynamics associated with the development process, the outmigration and urbanization of rural areas, the formation of a global working class and the emergence of powerful resistance movements.

Focusing on the dynamics of class struggle, this book explores the interplay between the destructive aspects of capitalist development and the attempts to maintain the system. It delves into the efforts of popular resistance against capitalism's detrimental effects on humanity, society, and the environment, providing a thought-provoking analysis of how these forces interact and shape our world.

Two of the left's most important academics analyze the politics and economics of US imperialism's relationship with Latin America.

A renewed call for radical change and systemic transformation in the face of an emerging, new form of capitalist imperialism

The trillion dollar cost of US wars for Israel, has alienated the vast majority of US society. This study shows how the domestic foundations of empire building have deteriorated and forced the imperial presidency to modify its approach, seeking diplomatic negotiations over new military interventions, specifically in the cases of Syria and Iran.

Focusing on capitalism's inherent crises, the authors provide a thorough analysis of its dynamics and contradictions in the twenty-first century. By examining the systemic issues that lead to recurring crises, they offer insights into the challenges faced by modern economies. The book serves as a critical exploration of capitalism's vulnerabilities and the socio-economic implications that arise from its structural flaws.