Focus on US Politics . . .
The Transformation of the Republican PartyLatino Political Power, 2nd editionElectoral Reform in the United States: Proposals for Combating Polarization and ExtremismQuestions of Character: The Presidency of Donald J. TrumpChasing Equality: Women’s Rights and US Public Policy
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Xi Jinping’s China: The Personal and the PoliticalNarcostates: Civil War, Crime, and the War on Drugs in Mexico and Central AmericaElectoral Malpractice in Asia: Bending the RulesDefining Democracy: Democratic Commitment in the Arab WorldThe Islamic State in Afghanistan and Pakistan: Strategic Alliances and Rivalries
Tech Cold War: The Geopolitics of Technology

Tech Cold War: The Geopolitics of Technology
Ansgar Baums and Nicholas Butts

“A must read for anyone interested in the future of innovation and world politics.”Abraham Newman, Georgetown University

“Illustrates clearly how the realm of technology could be disrupted by geopolitical rivalry. In no uncertain terms, the authors lay out the state of play in the competition for technological dominance, the challenges and pitfalls of escalation, and the lessons for governments and businesses.”
Christoph Heusgen, Munich Security Conference

    New titles from HSRC Press . . .
The Gendered and Sexual Lives of South African Youth: Young People’s Stories of IdentitySamora Machel: Leader and Liberator in Southern AfricaCreative Cities in Africa: Critical Architecture and UrbanismThe BRICS in Africa: Promoting Development?Zheng He’s Voyages to Africa in the 15th Century: The Maritime Silk and Porcelain Road
Debating Global Development


Debating Global Development
Daniel P. L. Chong and Capri Gutiérrez

“Clearly written, without over-simplifying the arguments of the opposing perspectives.... A thought-provoking and engaging discussion of current challenges in global development.” Cristian Harris, University of North Georgia

Introduces the theory and practice of global development by examining fifteen key controversies in the field. 

News & Notes
News and Notes

In the midst of the political ugliness that has become part of our everyday reality, are there steps that can be taken to counter polarization and extremism in the US electoral process? Electoral Reform in the United States: Proposals for Combating Polarization and Extremism, the result of a two-year bipartisan task force, presents practical ideas for changes that would do just that.

This important volume will be available as an open access ebook. Yes, that means it's free!

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LRP just turned 40 … and we couldn’t have done it without the support and encouragement of countless friends and colleagues! We are sending out a huge thank you to all! In celebration, we welcome you to our redesigned website. Our new platform will, we hope, not only enhance your experience, but also foster a deeper connection with our community of scholars, librarians, educators, and other readers. Over the years, we’ve strived to be a pioneering force in independent publishing, and we take great pride in what and who we publish. We’re honored by the relationships we’ve formed along the way. What follows are some kind words from just a few of our spectacular authors.

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