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    Notes on Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator's Handbook by Instaread
    Notes on Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator's Handbook by Instaread
    Notes on Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator's Handbook by Instaread
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    Notes on Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator's Handbook by Instaread

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    PLEASE NOTE: This is a companion to Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator’s Handbook and NOT the original book.


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    The Dictator’s Handbook: Why Bad Behavior Is Almost Always Good Politics (2011) is an examination of what motivates leaders in democracies and dictatorships. Authors Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith argue that those in power try to stay in power by catering to the members of their winning coalition, whether that means millions of voters or a handful of military generals…


    Inside this companion to the book:

    • Overview of the Book
    • Insights from the Book
    • Important People
    • Author's Style and Perspective
    • Intended Audience

    About the Author: With Instaread, you can get the notes and insights from a book in 15 minutes or less. Visit our website at instaread.co.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherInstaread
    Release dateMar 19, 2017
    ISBN9781509432530
    Notes on Bruce Bueno de Mesquita's & et al The Dictator's Handbook by Instaread

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