Informal Institutions and Democracy Julia Fotherby This collective engagement showcases how

This collective engagement showcases how religious ecologies can be studied from multiple perspectives and through sundry lines of evidence

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From the classic Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Sanctuary to lesser-known routes

and democracy--which influence how rights are determined and enforced

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Informal Institutions and Democracy Julia Fotherby This collective engagement showcases howThis volume analyzes the function of informal institutions in Latin America and how they support or weaken democratic governance. Drawing from a wide range of examples including the Mexican dedazo, clientelism in Brazil, legislative 'ghost coalitions' in Ecuador, and elite power sharing in Chile the contributors examine how informal rules shape the performance of state and democratic institutions, offering fresh and timely insights into contemporary