International Development: A Global Perspective on Theory and Practice
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| Rating | : | 4.74 (752 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1446266826 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-09-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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This important book offers a fresh new perspective on globalization and development and is a must-read for academics, policy-makers and practitioners alike. This book is sure to be of considerable interest to a wide readership in development studies, economics, politics, law and related disciplines.--Roy Maconachie . In doing so, the collection of chapters makes a fluent and stimulating contribution to debates concerning the relationship between structure and agency, in the context of how different actors negotiate more sustainable pathways to development. In drawing together some of
How can we lay the foundation for a more just and peaceful world? How can we prevent communications from fracturing and societies from tearing themselves apart? How should we prioritize economic, social, and cultural demands for resources and opportunities?International Development answers these questions and presents a view of development "in practice." Written by experts in the field, this book covers a range of contemporary developments, as well as providing coverage of the theory and practice of international development. The book: Covers a range of contemporary topics such as global security, new technologies, ethics and learning, and participationHas chapters on Global Health and Development in Practice, Environmentally Sustainable Development in Practice and Corruption and DevelopmentFeatures learning objectives, summaries, reading lists and questions for discussionWorks as a practice-driven text packed with case studiesGlobal in perspective, this is your go-to book for your studies in international development.