Famous for his long and expressive speeches, Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez has been one of the planet's most recognized political faces. From bold statements regarding foreign policy to nationalizing the country's biggest companies, his political actions have met both praise and criticism. Health problems forced the leader to disappear from the public eye and undergo a surgery to remove a cancerous tumor, yet Chavez has remained firmly in charge. In order to find out more about Hugo Chavez's road to the office of Venezuelan President, the ideas and beliefs that define his rule, as well as the leader's representation in the media read this book.