Economics of Development

Name: Economics of Development
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SKU: 9781137577948
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Theory and Evidence

By A.P. Thirlwall and Penélope Pacheco-López and Dr Penélope Pacheco-López

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Economics of Development, now in its 10th edition, offers a thorough introduction to development economics, blending historical perspectives with up-to-date data. Co-authored by A.P. Thirlwall and Penélope Pacheco-López, it covers core theories and contemporary issues such as human capital, poverty measurement, sustainable development goals, and structural economic change, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the complexities of developing economies.
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Ideal for undergraduate and master's students studying economics or social sciences, especially those focusing on development economics. It also suits non-economics degree options looking to incorporate development topics.

This established and well-respected text provides a comprehensive treatment of both theory and policy debates, illustrated throughout with up-to-date case studies and data. The definitive book on development economics for undergraduate students.

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This classic, bestselling textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of development economics. The 10th edition of Tony Thirlwall’s book, now co-written with Penélope Pacheco-López, offers a clear, comprehensive and rigorous introduction to the theory of development economics and the experience of developing countries. Balancing a historic approach with current data and references, it provides a wide-ranging analysis of the subject. This all-inclusive methodology succeeds at representing different schools of thought with a balance of micro and macro topics.

An ideal textbook for undergraduate students of economics and other social sciences, it is also suitable for upper undergraduate and master's level modules on development economics as an option on a non-economics degree.

New to this Edition:

A brand new chapter on human capital: education, nutrition, health, and the role of women in development
New material on the Sustainable Development Goals, the measurement of poverty, and the multidimensional poverty index
Discussion of randomized control trials
The role of structural change in economic development
New IMF lending facilities

Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/economics-of-development-10e. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

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Praised as a classic and essential text, this updated edition is lauded for its clarity, rigour, and comprehensive coverage. Experts describe it as a stimulating and accessible guide that remains authoritative and relevant, maintaining high standards over nearly five decades. It is recommended strongly for students and lecturers alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781137577948

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Edition: 10th edition

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 1197g

Pages: 680

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A.P. Thirlwall Dr Penélope Pacheco-López Education & Reference Finance & Economics Finance & Investment Non-Fiction Penélope Pacheco-López

About the Author

A.P. Thirlwall is Professor of Applied Economics at the University of Kent, UK. He has lectured widely in developing countries and has been a consultant to several international development agencies including the African Development Bank and the Pacific Islands Development Programme in Hawaii. He has written a number of other books in the field of development economics, and is Series Editor of the Great Thinkers in Economics collection published by Palgrave Macmillan.

Penélope Pacheco-López teaches economics at the University of Kent, UK, and has been a Consultant to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the International Trade Centre, and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). She is the author with A.P.Thirlwall of Trade Liberalization and the Poverty of Nations.