The work of Carlos D. Mesa Hisbert gives the Russian reader an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the complex and turbulent history of Bolivia - a many-sided country in the very heart of South America, a country that is the heiress of the ancient pre-Columbian culture, enriched as a result of mixing with the cultures of other peoples. "Presidential Rule in Bolivia: Between Force and Law" is a fundamental work that clearly reflects reality, filled with deep analysis and important documents for understanding the political history of Bolivia. It can also serve as a good reference for those interested in Bolivia's history from its declaration of independence to the present day.