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Paperback. Beginning in the 1950s, the theory of modernization emerged as the dominant paradigm of sconomic, social, and political development within the America foreign policy establishment. This collection of essays attempts to shed fresh light on the global forces that shaped the Cold War and its legacies. Editor(s): Engerman, David C.; etc.; Gilma, Nils (Postgraduate Fellow, University of California, Berkeley, USA); Haefele, Mark H. (Assistant Professor of History, Fordham University, USA). Series: Culture, Politics & the Cold War. Num Pages: 272 pages, 4 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; GTF; JPA; JPQB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 485.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Massachusetts Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781558493704
ISBN
9781558493704
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.07

Hardcover. Examines the growth-equity relationship in developing countries Editor(s): Solimano, Andres; Aninat, Eduardo; Birdsall, Nancy. Series: Development & Inequality in the Market Economy S. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KLSH; 1QFG; GTF; JFFJ; KCB; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Michigan Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780472110865
ISBN
9780472110865
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 101.68

Paperback. Describes how skillful management, effective communications, and technical expertise helped to reach consensus and nurtured private-public partnerships, engaged stakeholders, strengthened Lao PDR's development framework and poverty reduction efforts, and addressed the project's environmental and social impacts. Series: Directions in Development - Human Development. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FML; GTF; KCM; TNFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
World Bank Publications
Condition
New
SKU
V9780821369852
ISBN
9780821369852
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.70

Paperback. Editor(s): Adera, Edith Ofwona; Waema, Timothy Mwololo; May, Julian; Mascarenhas, Ophelia; Diga, Kathleen. Num Pages: 276 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853398162
ISBN
9781853398162
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 39.37

Hardback. Editor(s): Almond, Gabriel Abraham; Coleman, James Smoot. Series: Center for International Studies, Princeton University. Num Pages: 610 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
610
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691647708
ISBN
9780691647708
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 296.17

Hardback. Leading historians and policy advisors explore the implications of incorporating historical sensibilities into key development policy issues. Editor(s): Bayly, C. A.; Rao, Vijayendra; Szreter, Simon; Woolcock, Michael. Num Pages: 288 pages, Tables, black & white|Illustrations, black & white. BIC Classification: GTF; HBA. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 162 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 566.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719085765
ISBN
9780719085765
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 144.30

Paperback. Editor(s): Belt, John; Goris, Wim. Num Pages: 104 pages, colour & b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 162 x 6. Weight in Grams: 248.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
KIT Publishers Netherlands
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9789460221798
ISBN
9789460221798
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 24.61

paperback. For postcolonial Africa, modernization was seen as a necessary outcome of the struggle for independence and as crucial to the success of its newly established states. This book includes 15 essays that address governance, production, and social life; and the role of media. Editor(s): Bloom, Peter J.; Miescher, Stephan F.; Manuh, Takyiwaa. Num Pages: 378 pages, 4 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1H; GTB; GTF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
378
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253012296
ISBN
9780253012296
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.72

Hardback. Featuring contributions from historians, geographers, economists, ecologists, business management experts, public policy specialists, and community organizers, this book examines environmental issues ranging from national and regional policy and macroeconomics to local studies in community regeneration. Editor(s): Bochniarz, Zbignew; Cohen, Gary B. Series: Austrian and Habsburg Studies. Num Pages: 5 maps, 17 graphs, 14 tables, bibliog., index. BIC Classification: 1DF; GTF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Berghahn Books United Kingdom
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845451448
ISBN
9781845451448
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 149.12

hardcover. Analyzes the functions, content, methods, findings, and impacts of social and cultural research carried out by the worldwide network of 16 International Agricultural Research Centers of the CGIAR. This book will be useful to researchers of agricultural and rural development, economics, sociology and anthropology. Editor(s): Cernea, M. M.; Kassam, A.H. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JFSF; KCM; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1103.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
Publication date
2005
SKU
V9780851990033
ISBN
9780851990033
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 207.05

Paperback. This volume presents research, analysis and reflections on the major issues of Guatemalan development and democracy: the role of the military, the involement of Mayan communities in national development; the possible emergence of more inclusive political institutions; and other issues. Editor(s): Chase-Dunn, Christopher; Amaro, Nelson; Jonas, Susanne. Num Pages: 264 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KLCG; GTF; JFFS; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742508675
ISBN
9780742508675
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.78

hardcover. The development of competitive agro-industries is crucial for creating employment and income opportunities as well as enhancing the quality of and demand for farm products. This book addresses strategies required for improving agro-industrial competitiveness in ways that can generate employment and fight poverty in the developing world. Editor(s): Da Silva, C.A.; Baker, D.; Shepherd, A.W.; Da Cruz, S M; Jenane, C. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 820.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
Publication date
2009
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781845935764
ISBN
9781845935764
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.87

hardcover. Rapid urbanization has created a major challenge with regard to waste management and environmental protection. However, the problem can be ameliorated by turning organic waste into compost for use as an agricultural fertilizer in peri-urban areas. This book addresses these subjects. Editor(s): Drechsel, P.; Kunze, D. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HF; GTF; RBGB; TQ; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Publication date
2001
SKU
V9780851995489
ISBN
9780851995489
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 160.50

Hardback. Canada and the Third World provides a long overdue introduction to Canada's historical relationship with the Third World. Editor(s): Dubinsky, Karen; Mills, Sean; Rutherford, Scott. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 1QFG; GTF; HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 570.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442608061
ISBN
9781442608061
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 111.42

hardcover. This text discusses the importance of mountain regions, and the precariousness of mountain tourism in the context of ecosystem and cultural conservation. Case studies of mountain tourism existing along with environmental sustainability and community well-being are included. Editor(s): Godde, P.; etc.; Price, M. (Environmental Change Unit, University of Oxford); Zimmermann, F.M. (Department of Geography, University of Graz, Austria). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: GTF; KNSG; RGBS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851993911
ISBN
9780851993911
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 188.80

Paperback. This title offers a conceptual approach to the study of international migration, exploring clearly the many modes of exit, reception and incorporation which involve varied populations in disparate political, economic, social and cultural contexts. Editor(s): Gold, Steven J.; Nawyn, Stephanie J. Series: Routledge International Handbooks. Num Pages: 640 pages, 21 black & white tables, 2 black & white halftones, 7 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 177 x 248 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1116.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
640
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138787735
ISBN
9781138787735
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 88.00

Paperback. In Perspectives on Aid and Development a distinguished group of policy experts offer perspectives on the lessons learned from development experience and how these lessons have been translated into new thinking on aid and development issues. Editor(s): Gwin, Catherine; Nelson, Joan M. Series: Policy Essay. Num Pages: 108 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 204.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Overseas Development Council,U.S. United States
Number of pages
108
Condition
New
SKU
V9781565170070
ISBN
9781565170070
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.63

Hardback. Editor(s): Harriss-White, Barbara; Janakarajan, S. Series: Anthem South Asian Studies. Num Pages: 540 pages, 200+ figures, graphs and charts. BIC Classification: 1FKA; GTF; JFSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Anthem Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
540
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843310877
ISBN
9781843310877
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.62

Hardback. Editor(s): Hayman, Rachel; King, Sophie; Kontinen, Tiina; Narayanaswamy, Lata. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JPS; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853399251
ISBN
9781853399251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 111.58

hardcover. This book is a comparative study of a number of dependent and independent tropical islands and archipelagos. Its contributors seek to answer a number of vital questions affecting the security, political status and economic development of some of the world's smallest and most remote communities. Editor(s): Hintjens, Helen M.; Newitt, Professor Malyn. Num Pages: 268 pages, 9 maps, bibliograohy, index. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JP; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
University of Exeter Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
268
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859893725
ISBN
9780859893725
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.88

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