| Description |
xi, 395 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction 1. What is Development: Mark McGillivray -- 2. Reassessing Development Theory: John McKay -- 3. The Economics of Development: John McKay -- 4. The Developing World in a Changing Global Order: John McKay -- 5. Politics, Governance and Development: Damien Kingsbury -- 6. Aid and Development: Janet Hunt -- 7. Poverty Alleviation: Matthew Clarke -- 8. Community Development: Damien Kingsbury -- 9. Gender and Development: Janet Hunt -- 10. Environment and Development: Damien Kingsbury -- 11. Security and Development: John McKay |
| Summary |
This comprehensive and broad-ranging introductory textbook examines the key aspects of contemporary international development from both a practical and theoretical perspective. It addresses the fundamental question of what 'development' actually is and examines social, economic and environmental developments around the world. Written by experts with extensive field experience, this text introduces key issues in the development debate from how the developing world is changing global order to discussions on gender and development as well as security and development. International Development is a critical and interdisciplinary introduction to the contested field of development that is the ideal companion for both undergraduate and postgraduate students studying modules in development on degrees in International Politics, International Relations and Development Studies. This title will also appeal to policy-makers working in areas of development and professionals working in the area. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Nation-building -- Developing countries.
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Economic development -- Developing countries.
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Economic assistance -- Developing countries.
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Community development -- Developing countries.
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| ISBN |
9781137429414 (hardback) |
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1137429410 (hardback) |
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9781137429407 (paperback) |
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1137429402 (paperback) |
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