LSE Review of Books Praises Dr. Ivo Ganchev’s Latest Volume
Dr. Ivo Ganchev’s latest edited volume, Lessons from Regional Responses to Security, Health, and Environmental Challenges in Latin America (Vernon Press, 2024), has received ample praise in a review on the LSE Review of Books. This prestigious platform, known for its comprehensive and insightful reviews of the latest works in the social sciences, has lauded the merits of the book.
In her review, Tainá Siman commended Dr. Ganchev’s volume for its in-depth exploration of regional cooperation in Latin America. She noted, “The book effectively addresses why countries should opt to solve problems by cooperating with regional organizations versus dealing with them at the national level.” She highlighted the book’s relevance and its potential to inspire real action by governments, regional organizations, and communities.
The review also pointed out the contemporary nature of the book, with Siman mentioning, “The book has a highly contemporary component to it; its lessons may become outdated, but its relevance will only diminish if we fully move past these problematics.” This critical perspective is one that Dr. Ganchev embraces, hoping it will encourage readers to engage deeply with the issues discussed.
He expressed his appreciation for the review, stating, “I was pleased (and relieved) to read that Tainá saw the volume as a valuable resource for understanding and addressing current challenges in Latin America. Her comments on each chapter were incredibly thoughtful and well-articulated.” As a proud graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Dr. Ganchev also expressed his delight at being reconnected with his alma mater in such a meaningful way.
The LSE Review of Books, which has grown significantly over the past decade, is now a premier outlet for discussing the latest scholarly works. Its reviews are highly regarded by both scholars and students, providing open-source, high-quality insights that reach a global audience.
The edited book, published by Vernon Press, aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers and scholars in Latin America as well as other developing regions, encouraging the implementation of informed programs, policies, and initiatives.
Dr. Ganchev extends his gratitude to his colleagues from the Centre for Regional Integration, Vernon Press, and all contributors for their support in the creation of this volume.
For more information, read the full review here.
