How Long to Read Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy

How Long Does it Take to Read Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 15 minutes to read Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy by David R. Mares

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

It is widely thought that state ownership of natural resources, oil and natural gas in particular, causes countries to fall under the sway of the “resource curse.” In such cases, governments allegedly display “resource nationalism,” which destabilizes the economy, society, and politics. In this book, David R. Mares dispels these beliefs and develops a powerful new account of the relationship between state resource ownership and energy policy. Mares examines variations in energy policy across a wide range of countries, underscoring the fact that in most of the world outside the United States, subsoil natural resources are owned by the state. He considers the history of Latin American oil and gas policies and provides an in-depth analysis of Venezuela from 1989 to 2016—before, during, and after the presidency of Hugo Chávez. Mares demonstrates that the key factors that influence energy policy are the inclusiveness of the political system, the level of competitiveness within policy making, and the characteristics of individual leaders. Domestic politics, not state ownership, determines the effectiveness and efficiency of energy policies: the “resource curse” is avoidable. Drawing on these findings, Mares reconceptualizes resource nationalism, arguing that government intervention into resource extraction is legitimate as long as the benefits are shared through the provision of public goods. Featuring a sophisticated grasp of both Latin American politics and energy policy, this book sheds new light on why some governments are responsible stewards of natural resources while others appropriate national wealth for partisan or private benefit.

How long is Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy?

Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy by David R. Mares is 189 pages long, and a total of 48,951 words.

This makes it 64% the length of the average book. It also has 60% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 27 minutes to read Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy aloud.

What Reading Level is Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy?

Resource Nationalism and Energy Policy is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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