A Changeless Land

First Published in 1992. This book examines the elements of continuity and change in Philip pine politics and government over the last quarter century. The period covered, from the early 1960s through 1988, encompasses three distinct phases: the decline of traditional elite democracy, the imposition of martial law and constitutional authoritarianism under Ferdinand Marcos, and, most recently, the restoration of democracy under Corazon Aquino.

David G. Timberman

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";