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Unlock the complexities of development with this essential scholarly text, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK). 'Development' provides a nuanced, in-depth exploration of how development has been conceptualized and analyzed across 200 years of social and political theory. This comprehensive book dissects the evolution of development theory, from its origins in the industrialized world to its flourishing during the post-1945 era, bringing you up to speed with contemporary debates and trends in development studies. The concise 196 pages are packed with innovative insights that relate development to real-world successes and failures, making it a must-have for students and professionals in the social sciences. Written in an accessible manner, this essential read challenges the notion of development as a mere academic specialty by integrating it into a broader political economy analysis, ideal for those seeking to understand global socio-economic dynamics. Plus, enjoy free shipping on your order, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Whether you're delving into development theory or looking to enhance your understanding of social change, this book is the ideal choice for informed readers eager to engage with pressing issues and debates of our times.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745630687
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 196
Description:
The concept of development has never been in greater need of analysis and clarification than in the present era. Just about everyone is 'for' development as an assumed 'good', yet few seem to have a concrete idea of what the term actually entails.
Development offers a comprehensive and wide-ranging analysis of the various ways in which this important concept has been used in social and political analysis over the past 200 years. Starting with the classical theories that sought to explain the initial development of the industrialized world, the book moves on to consider the 'golden age' of development theory after 1945, before bringing debates right up to date by assessing current and future trends in development thinking. The evolution of development theory is charted in innovative ways, relating it concretely to the successes and failures of development both in different eras and places. In a fresh evaluation of the current debates on this concept, the authors suggest that the time has now come to move away from a specialist field of 'development studies', and instead to re-ground the study of development squarely within the intellectual project of a new political economy.
Written in a lively and engaging style, this book will provide a valuable point of access to past and current thinking on the concept of development for students across all the main social sciences.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745630687
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 196
Description:
The concept of development has never been in greater need of analysis and clarification than in the present era. Just about everyone is 'for' development as an assumed 'good', yet few seem to have a concrete idea of what the term actually entails.
Development offers a comprehensive and wide-ranging analysis of the various ways in which this important concept has been used in social and political analysis over the past 200 years. Starting with the classical theories that sought to explain the initial development of the industrialized world, the book moves on to consider the 'golden age' of development theory after 1945, before bringing debates right up to date by assessing current and future trends in development thinking. The evolution of development theory is charted in innovative ways, relating it concretely to the successes and failures of development both in different eras and places. In a fresh evaluation of the current debates on this concept, the authors suggest that the time has now come to move away from a specialist field of 'development studies', and instead to re-ground the study of development squarely within the intellectual project of a new political economy.
Written in a lively and engaging style, this book will provide a valuable point of access to past and current thinking on the concept of development for students across all the main social sciences.