Development economics & emerging economies
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Development economics & emerging economies
Paperback. Is food aid the way of the future? What are the prospects for integrated public policies informed by the right to food? First World Hunger Revisited investigates the rise of food charity and corporately sponsored food banks as effective and sustainable responses to increasing hunger and food poverty in twelve rich 'food-secure' societies. Editor(s): Riches, Graham; Silvasti, Tiina. Num Pages: 280 pages, 1 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFFA; JPVH; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 218 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137298720
- ISBN
- 9781137298720
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Condition: New
€ 66.65
€ 66.65
Hardcover. The contributors provide a comparative analysis of the modern economic development of Japan and China that are often explained in frameworks of East Asian developmentalism, varies of capitalism or world economic system, and explore their broader significances for the rise and global expansion of modern economy. Editor(s): Huang, Xiaoming. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 289 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1FPJ; GTF; JPS; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 137 x 21. Weight in Grams: 474.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137323071
- ISBN
- 9781137323071
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€ 66.50
€ 66.50
Hardcover. Employment Generation Schemes directs attention to challenges and opportunities of enacting direct job creation policies in developing countries and BRICS, including: China, Ghana, Argentina, and India. This exciting new volume investigates how the Job Guarantee might interface with other policy goals. Editor(s): Murray, Michael J.; Forstater, Mathew. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB; KCF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 144 x 16. Weight in Grams: 360.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137324771
- ISBN
- 9781137324771
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Condition: New
€ 127.30
€ 127.30
Paperback. The rise of fundamentalist movements in major religions has forced decision-makers, development organizations and academics to turn their attention to its meaning for development. Global scholars and practitioners examine these issues and fundamentally question the secular-religious dichotomy in development discourse and practice. Editor(s): Carbonnier, Gilles. Series: International Development Policy. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 170 x 14. Weight in Grams: 412.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137329370
- ISBN
- 9781137329370
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€ 66.65
€ 66.65
Hardcover. Offering a comprehensive overview of contemporary theoretical and programmatic issues in the fields of sustainability, culture, communication, development and social change, this book explores the relationship between communication and sustainability from a social change perspective. Editor(s): Servaes, Jan. Num Pages: 237 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; GTF; KCM; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 217 x 18. Weight in Grams: 410.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137329400
- ISBN
- 9781137329400
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Condition: New
€ 67.25
€ 67.25
Hardcover. The contributors link innovative analytical concepts and ethnographic in-depth case studies from the Arab world. Based on the debates on politics from below and dynamic concepts of state, all the chapters focus on informal institutions, non-elite actors, and the dynamic and contradictory relationship between state and society. Editor(s): Bouziane, Malika; Harders, Cilja; Hoffmann, Anja. Series: Governance and Limited Statehood. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; GTF; JPQB; JPRB; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 139 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137338686
- ISBN
- 9781137338686
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.11
€ 67.11
Hardcover. Bringing together renewable energy and energy security, this book covers both the politics and political economy of renewables and energy security and analyzes renewable technologies in diverse and highly topical countries: Japan, China and Northern Europe. Editor(s): Moe, Espen (University of Science and Technology, Norway); Midford, Paul. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 354 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; KCM; KCN; KNBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 218 x 25. Weight in Grams: 558.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137338860
- ISBN
- 9781137338860
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Condition: New
€ 195.13
€ 195.13
Hardcover. Engaging with feminist focussed studies of development, this edited collection places the household at the centre of understandings of the gendered nature of economic development in Asia. Editor(s): Elias, Juanita; Gunawardana, Samanthi J. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; GTF; JHBK; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 466.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137338891
- ISBN
- 9781137338891
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€ 67.71
€ 67.71
Hardcover. Rural poverty remains widespread and persistent in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. A group of leading experts critically examines the impact of land tenure reforms on poverty reduction and natural resource management in countries in Africa and Asia with highly diverse historical contexts. Editor(s): Holden, Stein; Otsuka, Keijiro; Deininger, Klaus. Num Pages: 424 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; 1H; KCM; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 138 x 28. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137343802
- ISBN
- 9781137343802
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Condition: New
€ 128.17
€ 128.17
Hardcover. This edited volume explores development in the so-called 'fragile', 'failed' and 'pariah' states. It examines the literature on both fragile states and their development, and offers eleven case studies on countries ranking in the 'very high alert' and 'very high warning' categories in the Fund for Peace Failed States Index. Editor(s): Ware, Anthony. Series: Rethinking International Development Series. Num Pages: 353 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS; JPWH; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 145 x 216 x 25. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137347626
- ISBN
- 9781137347626
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Condition: New
€ 68.00
€ 68.00
Hardcover. This volume provides theoretical treatments of remittance on how its development potential is translated into reality. The authors meticulously delve into diverse mechanisms through which migrant communities remit, investigating how recipients engage in the development process in South Asia. Editor(s): Rahman, Md Mizanur; Tan, Tai Yong; Ullah, Ahsan. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 322 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FK; JPS; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 137 x 22. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137350794
- ISBN
- 9781137350794
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Condition: New
€ 66.50
€ 66.50
Hardcover. This book combines overviews of the nature and causes of inter-group violence in North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa with a collection of country case studies. Both the overview chapter and the case studies trace how economic policy initiatives, and consequent changes in the roles and statuses of various groups, shape conflict or cooperation. Editor(s): Ascher, William; Mirovitskaya, Natalia. Series: Politics, Economics, and Inclusive Development. Num Pages: 290 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JFFE; JP; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 22. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137356789
- ISBN
- 9781137356789
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.55
€ 67.55
Hardcover. Corporate Governance, Responsibility and Sustainability investigates various dimensions of corporate governance issues in key emerging economies such as China, India, Brazil, South Africa and Russia. The book explores a number of issues in the areas of corporate governance framework, market discipline and building an efficient, competitive market. Editor(s): Banik, Arindam; Das Gupta, Ananda; Bhaumik, Pradip K. Num Pages: 187 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCM; KJR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 146 x 223 x 16. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137361844
- ISBN
- 9781137361844
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.38
€ 66.38
Hardcover. The authors investigate well-known concerns in natural resource management in Africa while focusing on the capacity dimension of the problems. They examine dynamics of leadership, governance, criminality, structural transformation, as well as emerging issues such as green growth. Editor(s): Hanson, Kobena T.; D'Alessandro, Cristina; Owusu, Francis. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; KCM; KCP; RNF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 217 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137365606
- ISBN
- 9781137365606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.25
€ 67.25
Hardcover. In this far-ranging and provocative volume, Joe Colombano and Aniket Shah provide global perspectives on the most significant challenges facing modern America, seeking to inspire new ideas to redevelop America. Editor(s): Colombano, Joe; Shah, Aniket. Num Pages: 337 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCM; KCP; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 165 x 241 x 25. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137372123
- ISBN
- 9781137372123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.31
€ 68.31
Hardcover. Globalization of production has created opportunities and challenges for developing country producers and workers. This volume provides solutions-oriented approaches for promoting improved working conditions and labour rights in the apparel industry. Editor(s): Rossi, Arianna; Luinstra, Amy; Pickles, John. Series: Advances in Labour Studies. Num Pages: 344 pages, 22 figures, 43 tables, 2 tables. BIC Classification: KCF; KCM; KCP; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 138 x 24. Weight in Grams: 550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137377531
- ISBN
- 9781137377531
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Condition: New
€ 128.65
€ 128.65
Hardcover. The volume is at the forefront of the academic and policy debates on effective labour regulation, offering innovative approaches to research and policy. It is an interdisciplinary response to the central challenges that face modern labour regulation and draws on contributions by leading experts in a range of disciplines. Editor(s): McCann, Deirdre; Lee, Sangheon; Belser, Patrick; Fenwick, Colin; Howe, John; Luebker, Malte. Series: Advances in Labour Studies. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCF; KCM; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 138 x 24. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137382207
- ISBN
- 9781137382207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.36
€ 128.36
Hardcover. Debt and Development in Small Island Developing States draws on the expertise of established researchers and public officials from within the SIDS community to answer the following pressing questions related to sustainability, debt accumulation, and prospects for future growth. Editor(s): King, Damien; Tennant, David F. Num Pages: 290 pages, 33 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1QFG; KCLF; KCM; KFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 137 x 22. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137397126
- ISBN
- 9781137397126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.90
€ 127.90
Hardcover. Destructive conflicts have thwarted growth and development in South Asia for more than half a century. This collection of multi-disciplinary essays examines the economic causes and consequences of military conflict in South Asia from a variety of perspectives embracing fiscal, social, strategic, environmental and several other dimensions. Editor(s): Webb, Matthew; Wijeweera, Albert. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FK; GTJ; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137397430
- ISBN
- 9781137397430
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.86
€ 66.86
Hardcover. India is one of the fastest growing countries in the world. However, high economic growth is accompanied by social stratification and widening economic disparity between states. This book illustrates some important aspects of underdevelopment and the process by which the underclass is left behind by focusing on the country's most neglected regions. Editor(s): Tsujita, Yuko. Series: IDE-JETRO series. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKA; KCG; KCL; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 139 x 20. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137408730
- ISBN
- 9781137408730
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76