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Hardback. It is widely admitted that markets are the main driving force of the economy but governments' intervention could, in some circumstances, improve on their outcomes. This book provides a structured analysis relating theoretical arguments, implementation approaches and effectiveness of industrial policy. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1FPJ; 1KBB; KCP; KN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230579880
- ISBN
- 9780230579880
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.10
€ 119.10
Paperback. This book provides a definitive account of the recent history of the International Monetary Fund, and the successes it has enjoyed since it was founded. With fascinating contributions by current and former IMF staff members, this book offers a unique insight into the workings of the organization and explores how it has benefited many. Num Pages: 259 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCLF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 337.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 259
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230578098
- ISBN
- 9780230578098
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Condition: New
€ 118.43
€ 118.43
Paperback. China in the Global Political Economy considers one of the most pressing issues of the Twenty-First century: the relationship between domestic configurations of power and globalized production processes in shaping the process and implications of China's re-engagement with the global economy. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; KCL; KCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 139 x 13. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230577930
- ISBN
- 9780230577930
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.41
€ 118.41
Hardback. Challenging the Aid Paradigm critically examines central aspects of Western international aid policy, while at the same time exploring non-western, especially Chinese, aid and assesses to what extent these may be competitive or complementary. Editor(s): Sorensen, Jens Stilhoff. Series: Rethinking International Development Series. Num Pages: 267 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; GTF; JPQB; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 414.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 267
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230577664
- ISBN
- 9780230577664
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.11
€ 150.11
Hardback. This book investigates the main features of the evolution of the co-operative banking model in European countries, using 'country case-study' analysis. Structured in two parts, the first deals with a sample of countries that joined the European Union before 2000; the second part with a sample of newly-admitted European Union member countries. Editor(s): Boscia, Vittorio; Carretta, Alessandro; Schwizer, Paola. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Banking and Financial Institutions. Num Pages: 274 pages, 42 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KCD; KFFK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 475.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230576773
- ISBN
- 9780230576773
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.26
€ 119.26
hardcover. While major theories of economic regionalism in the existing literature are primarily constructed to explore institutionalized regional integration, European integration in particular, the analytical framework developed in this work explains the unique process and pattern of regional integration in East Asia. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 209 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; JFFS; KCL; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 374.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 209
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230576544
- ISBN
- 9780230576544
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.59
€ 62.59
Hardback. In Chinese Capitalisms, experts examine the rise of capitalism on China and Taiwan, analyzing impacts exerted by global capitalism, Chinese civilization, and remnants of socialist practice. In focusing on these, they also address longstanding issues such as Weber's China Thesis, state-business relationships, and China's civil society, among others. Editor(s): Chu, Yin-Wah. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 262 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JPQ; KCP; KCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 436.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230576490
- ISBN
- 9780230576490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.64
€ 62.64
Hardback. This is the second volume on the changing nature of state-business relations. This book examines how the dynamics of business have influenced public policy in the context of economic liberalization and democratization. It identifies the circumstances under which business might support progressive policies in developing countries. Editor(s): Marques, Jose Carlos; Utting, Peter. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 345 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 345
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230576452
- ISBN
- 9780230576452
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.23
€ 63.23
Paperback. Comparing the UK, US, Germany and Japan, this book draws on innovative concepts of varieties of gender regime as well as varieties of capitalism. The volume re-thinks the processes of de-gendering and re-gendering of working practices in the context of both de-regulation and re-regulation of employment. Editor(s): Walby, Sylvia; Gottfried, Heidi; Gottschall, Karin; Osawa, Mari. Num Pages: 336 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHBL; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 137 x 20. Weight in Grams: 416.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230575707
- ISBN
- 9780230575707
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 119.13
€ 119.13
The Diplomacies of Small States. Between Vulnerability and Resilience....
. Ed(S): Cooper, Professor Andrew F.; Shaw, P...
Hardback. This is an in-depth analysis of the various methods used by small states to overcome their vulnerabilities in the international arena. With its balanced approach and variety of contributions, this book is of interest to researchers and academics who focus on the developing world or multilateral diplomacy. Editor(s): Cooper, Professor Andrew F.; Shaw, Professor Timothy M. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 326 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPSD; KCP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 530.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230575493
- ISBN
- 9780230575493
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 171.11
€ 171.11
Paperback. Over 350 million people are affected each year by disaster and conflict. The international community is often unable to respond effectively to these crises. This report provides an independent examination of donor performance with the aim of improving the effectiveness of aid, and promoting greater accountability of donors. Num Pages: 252 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKSR; KCL; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 274 x 217 x 17. Weight in Grams: 902.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230573499
- ISBN
- 9780230573499
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.74
€ 63.74
Humanitarian Response Index 2007: Measuring Commitment to Best Practic...
Development Assistance Research Associates (D...
Paperback. Useful for Aid Agencies, Foreign Aid Agencies, Overseas Development Programmes, Governments, NGOs working on Humanitarian and Development Issues, Ministries of Development, Foreign Ministries, Planning Ministries, Economists and Consultants. Academics, Researchers and Libraries and students, particularly in the areas of Development Studies. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCL; KCM; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 277 x 217 x 12. Weight in Grams: 722.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230573475
- ISBN
- 9780230573475
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.31
€ 63.31
Hardback. This book puts forward a distinctive theoretical approach and analytical framework for studying business as an international actor in the environmental field, and provides detailed case studies of the most important environmental challenges in recent years. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCP; KJK; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230572522
- ISBN
- 9780230572522
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.67
€ 62.67
Hardcover. Sir Arthur Lewis was the first development economist, the first Afro-Caribbean to hold a professorial chair at a British university and the first black man to win the Nobel prize for economics. However, he believed his contributions to the well-being of the poor through social and political activism were as important as his economics. Series: Great Thinkers in Economics. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: BGB; KCM; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 143 x 217 x 26. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230553583
- ISBN
- 9780230553583
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.54
€ 140.54
hardcover. This book examines the theory and practice of performance budgeting, which aims make government more effective by linking the funding of government agencies to the results they deliver. Combining thematic studies and case studies, it clearly presents the diverse range of contemporary performance budgeting models and examines their effectiveness. Editor(s): Robinson, Marc. Series: Procyclicality of Financial Systems in Asia. Num Pages: 548 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCB; KCP; KJMV1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 156 x 231 x 33. Weight in Grams: 884.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Number of pages
- 548
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230553569
- ISBN
- 9780230553569
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.35
€ 122.35
Hardback. This book is the first comprehensive account of the numerous attempts made since the Second World War to provide food security for all. It provides a reference source for all those involved and interested in food security issues. Num Pages: 530 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFA; KCB; KCL; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 166 x 35. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 530
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230553552
- ISBN
- 9780230553552
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 235.41
€ 235.41
Hardback. A study of Britain as a capitalism poised between American and European models, exploring themes of legitimation, denial and opportunism via a series of substantial case studies framed by a reinterpretation of Thatcherism's economic contexts and a critical assessment of New Labour. Num Pages: 198 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; JPP; JPR; KCP; KCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 381.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230553095
- ISBN
- 9780230553095
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.08
€ 62.08
Hardback. Assesses the stability of the Chinese economy and the nature of its economic governance. Svenja Schlichting examines how internationalization has impacted on financial market development in China and how far this has contributed to the development of new institutions within China. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KCBM; KFF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230551985
- ISBN
- 9780230551985
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.82
€ 62.82
Hardback. In a lively critique of how international and comparative political economy misjudge the relationship between global markets and states, this book demonstrates the central place of the American state in today's world of globalized finance. The contributors set aside traditional emphases on military intervention, looking instead to economics. Editor(s): Panitch, Leo; Konings, Martijn. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 345 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCLF; KCP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 565.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 345
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230551268
- ISBN
- 9780230551268
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.82
€ 119.82
Hardback. Formal political structures have produced little more than 'electoral democracy' in Africa without tackling the problems of poverty and elite exploitation. This book looks at the opportunities for, and limitations of, voluntary bodies in seeking a more 'just' order at both African and global levels. Num Pages: 243 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPHV; JPS; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 243
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230547162
- ISBN
- 9780230547162
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.46
€ 62.46