La Quiebra De Las Democracias by Juan J. Linz

Examines the political dynamics that lead democratic systems to fail, emphasizing how legitimacy crises, polarized party competition, institutional deadlock, and the presence of disloyal or semi-loyal opposition actors erode norms and weaken governance. Through comparative case studies, it shows how leadership choices, coalition breakdowns, and escalating confrontations during social or economic crises normalize exceptional measures and undermine consensus, making authoritarian solutions appear viable even in societies with democratic traditions.