Understanding Development - Theory and Practice in the Third World (Paperback, 3rd New edition)

This lucidly written book, thoroughly updated, provides both an assessment of the current state of development theory and an extensive survey of the impact of evolving policies and practices throughout the developing world. Rapley critically traces the evolution of development theory from its strong statist orientation in the early postwar period, through the neoclassical phase, to the present emerging consensus on people-centered development. New to the third edition is a chapter on "postdevelopment" thought, as well as increased attention to the challenges posed by weak states and by critical environmental issues. Using a wide range of examples, Rapley shows where and how various approaches to development have worked or failed continuing to confront the question of why development remains so far out of reach for so many poor countries.

General

Imprint:	Lynne Rienner Publishers
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	July 2007
First published:	July 2007
Authors:	John Rapley
Dimensions:	229 x 154 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	225
Edition:	3rd New edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-58826-538-8
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Development studies Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Development economics
LSN:	1-58826-538-2
Barcode:	9781588265388

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