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The Evolution of Development Thinking: Governance, Economics, Assistance, and Security
William Ascher
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Description for The Evolution of Development Thinking: Governance, Economics, Assistance, and Security
Hardback. This book assesses the evolution of theories, doctrines, and practices in governance, economics, foreign assistance, civil society, and human security in developing countries since WWII, identifying progress and weaknesses. It points to how development approaches across these inter-connected areas can greatly enhance inclusive development. Series: Politics, Economics, and Inclusive Development. Num Pages: 287 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JP; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 619.
This landmark book offers a comprehensive analysis of how development approaches have evolved since World War II, examining and also evaluating the succession of theories, doctrines, and practices that have been formulated and applied in the Third World and beyond. Covering all developing regions, the book offers an integrated approach for considering the entwined aspects of development: governance, economics, foreign assistance, civil society, and the military. With reference to carefully chosen case studies, the authors offer distinctive explanations for why development approaches fall short and systematically relate the evolution of development thinking to current challenges, identifying the strengths and weaknesses ... Read more
This landmark book offers a comprehensive analysis of how development approaches have evolved since World War II, examining and also evaluating the succession of theories, doctrines, and practices that have been formulated and applied in the Third World and beyond. Covering all developing regions, the book offers an integrated approach for considering the entwined aspects of development: governance, economics, foreign assistance, civil society, and the military. With reference to carefully chosen case studies, the authors offer distinctive explanations for why development approaches fall short and systematically relate the evolution of development thinking to current challenges, identifying the strengths and weaknesses ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Series
Politics, Economics, and Inclusive Development
Condition
New
Weight
618g
Number of Pages
287
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781137560384
SKU
V9781137560384
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99-15
About William Ascher
The authors have extensive research and leadership experience in academia, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations; covering the fields of public administration, political science, economic development, education, security studies, social services, education, natural resources, and the environment.
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