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Development studies

Paperback. A comprehensive introductory guide to development for students, teachers, volunteers and NGO workers. Including a discussion of the anti-WTO demonstrations in Seattle, the book examines issues surrounding development, industrialization and globalization in a historic context. Editor(s): Panayiotopoulos, Prodromos Ioannou; Capps, Gavin. Num Pages: 320 pages, 4 figures/27 tables. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JFFS; KCM; KN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Pluto Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745314020
ISBN
9780745314020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.73

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; KCG; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691171180
ISBN
9780691171180
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.27

Paperback. Traces the growth of a middle class in Kathmandu as urban Nepalis harness the modern cultural resources of mass media and consumer goods to build modern identities and pioneer a new socio-cultural space in one of the world's 'least developed countries'. Num Pages: 312 pages, 2 maps. 10 halftones. BIC Classification: 1FKN; GTF; JFC; JFSC; JFSG; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691095936
ISBN
9780691095936
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.24
€ 42.32

Paperback. Over the decades, there has been a widespread movement from authoritarian to democratic rule among developing countries, often occurring against a backdrop of severe economic crises and the adoption of market-oriented reforms. This title explores this relationship, addressing a variety of questions. Num Pages: 376 pages, 1 line illustration, 33 tables. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JPHV; KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 599.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691027753
ISBN
9780691027753
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.15
€ 46.67

Paperback. Blending political, cultural and economic perspectives, this text traces the evolution of Asian countries in the 20th century. Its aim is to determine the mix of culture, experience, scale, timing, leadership and policy that shapes individual developing nations. Series: The Edwin O.Reischauer Lectures. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; 3JJ; GTF; HBJF; JFC; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 190.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
150
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674687585
ISBN
9780674687585
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 34.99

Paperback. The transformation of the Cuban economy over the last decade is only likely to accelerate. In this edited volume, prominent Cuban economists and sociologists present a clear analysis of Cuba's economic and social circumstances and suggest steps for Cuba to reactivate economic growth and improve the welfare of its citizens. Editor(s): Dominguez, Jorge I.; Villanueva, Omar Everleny Perez; Espina Prieto, Mayra; Barberia, Lorena. Series: Series on Latin American Studies. Num Pages: 338 pages, 25 black and white illustrations, 45 tables. BIC Classification: 1KJC; GTF; JPQB; KCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 230 x 20. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Harvard University, The David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies United States
Number of pages
338
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674062436
ISBN
9780674062436
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.73

Paperback. The Anthropology of Development and Globalization is a collection of readings that provides an unprecedented overview of this field that ranges from the field's classical origins to today's debates about the "magic" of the free market. Editor(s): Edelman, Marc; Haugerud, Angelique. Series: Blackwell Anthologies in Social and Cultural Anthropology. Num Pages: 416 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 33. Weight in Grams: 722.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631228806
ISBN
9780631228806
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.35

Hardcover. The Anthropology of Development and Globalization is a collection of readings that provides an unprecedented overview of this field that ranges from the field's classical origins to today's debates about the "magic" of the free market. Editor(s): Edelman, Marc; Haugerud, Angelique. Series: Blackwell Anthologies in Social and Cultural Anthropology. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 188 x 29. Weight in Grams: 926.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631228790
ISBN
9780631228790
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 157.51

Paperback. This volume brings together a selection of papers that were prepared as background analyses for a collaborative research capacity--building project, focusing on the WTO negotiating agenda. Editor(s): Hoekman, Bernard M.; Martin, Will. Series: World Economy Special Issues. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; KCLT1; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 18. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631225317
ISBN
9780631225317
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.18

Paperback. * Gathers together key readings on the major themes in the study of development and culture. * Structured clearly and supported by editorial material in order to aid teaching. * Can be used alongside Culture and Development: A Critical Introduction (Blackwell Publishers, 2000). . Editor(s): Schech, Susanne; Haggis, Jane. Num Pages: 392 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 177 x 22. Weight in Grams: 720.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631219170
ISBN
9780631219170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.99

Hardback. Development studies has tended to neglect culture as a factor in development processes. This volume of readings redresses the balance, gathering together some of the most influential contributions that reflect on the relationship between culture and development. Editor(s): Schech, Susanne; Haggis, Jane. Num Pages: 392 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 188 x 32. Weight in Grams: 926.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631219163
ISBN
9780631219163
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 166.94

Paperback. Traces the evolution of development theory from the Physiocrats and the classical School to Solow, Lewis, and Lucas and Roemer. This book develops a general system of growth equations that focus on the central role of technology change. It demonstrates how political economy factors suggest and enhanced endogenization of policy choices. Num Pages: 480 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 656.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631218890
ISBN
9780631218890
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.57

Paperback. * Carefully excerpted samples from both classic and contemporary writings in development literature. * Short, insightful introductions for each section of the book. * A useful general introduction for undergraduate, graduate, and non-- specialist audiences. . Series: Blackwell Readers in Sociology. Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 22. Weight in Grams: 742.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631210979
ISBN
9780631210979
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.40

Paperback. This book introduces students to new ways of thinking about development. It integrates the recent scholarship of cultural studies within the existing frameworks of development studies, which have primarily focused on issues of political economy and structural transformation. Num Pages: 248 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; JFC; JFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 173 x 19. Weight in Grams: 430.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631209515
ISBN
9780631209515
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.61

Paperback. Purposefully written for those coming to politics for the first time, this textbook provides an exploration and analysis of the most important political issues affecting the developing world. Num Pages: 240 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1QFG; GTF; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 362.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631197782
ISBN
9780631197782
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.32

Paperback. In this invaluable introduction to the major post--Second World War theories of Third World development, Peter Preston takes as his focus the strategies used to analyze change in the Third World and examines the ways in which different conceptions of the nature of change have led to different lines of policy advice. Num Pages: 384 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 3JJP; GTF; JFCX; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 21. Weight in Grams: 704.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631195559
ISBN
9780631195559
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.52

Hardback. This text looks at the major post-World War II theories of Third World development. The treatment of the various theories focuses on the strategies used to analyze change in the Third World and the ways in which different conceptions of the nature of change led to different lines of policy advice. Num Pages: 384 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 3JJP; GTF; JFCX; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 248 x 176 x 29. Weight in Grams: 834.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631195542
ISBN
9780631195542
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 158.78

Paperback. The author offers an approach to the study of both debt and development, focusing on the international debt crisis of the 1980s and 1990s, and its economic and geopolitical consequences. Series: The Royal Geographical Society with the Institute of British Geographers Studies in Geography. Num Pages: 256 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; KFFD; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 390.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631181385
ISBN
9780631181385
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.98

Paperback. Focuses on the role political processes play in solving certain key problems, which have accompanied economic development in both the developed and less developed nations of the world. This book provides a useful guide and resource for those who wish to grasp the implications of the rapid growth of the world's population, world hunger, and more. Num Pages: 208 pages, 0. BIC Classification: GTF; JP; KCM; RGCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631158011
ISBN
9780631158011
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.18

Paperback. What leads to national progress? The growing consensus in the social sciences is that neither capital flows, nor the savings rate, nor diffuse values are the key, but that it lies in the quality of a nation's institutions. This book shows how real institutions affect national development. Editor(s): Portes, Alejandro; Smith, Lori D. Num Pages: 220 pages, 17 line illustrations, 15 tables. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 150 x 14. Weight in Grams: 306. Their Role and Significance in Latin American Development. 220 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Portes, Alejandro; Smith, Lori D. What leads to national progress? The growing consensus in the social sciences is that neither capital flows, nor the savings rate, nor diffuse values are the key, but that it lies in the quality of a nation's institutions. This book shows how real institutions affect national development. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTF. Dimension: 229 x 150 x 14. Weight: 306.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of California Press
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
220
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520273542
ISBN
9780520273542
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.93

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