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The Ethics of Development
An Introduction
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Ideal for students and researchers in philosophy, global justice, economics, politics, sociology, and public policy seeking a rigorous introduction to the ethical dimensions of development.
The Ethics of Development systematically examines the ethical issues surrounding the subject of development. Featuring case studies throughout this textbook provides a philosophical introduction to a topical issue studied by students within the fields of applied ethics, global justice, politics, sociology, economics, geography and public policy.
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The Ethics of Development: An Introduction systematically and comprehensively examines the ethical issues surrounding the concept of development. The book addresses important questions such as:
- What does development mean?
- Is there a human right to development?
- If we aim for sustainable development in an age of global climate change, should developed nations sacrifice economic growth for the sake of allowing developing countries to catch up?
- Should eradication of poverty or diminution of radical inequality be the principal focus of developmental policy?
- What are the macroeconomic theories of development? And how have they informed development policy?
- How does development work in practice?
Featuring case studies throughout, this textbook provides a philosophical introduction to an incredibly topical issue studied by students within the fields of applied ethics, global justice, economics, politics, sociology, and public policy.
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Scholars praise the book as an insightful and up-to-date philosophical survey of development ethics. It revisits key debates on justice and sustainability while linking theory to practical concerns at both global and local levels. The text is recognised for its sophisticated integration of philosophical perspectives with social-scientific findings, illuminating crucial moral questions around sustainable development, corporate responsibility, and world trade. It is recommend as an essential and timely introduction to normative issues in global development.
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ISBN: 9781138203433
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 09 October 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Routledge
Illustration: 1 Tables, black and white
Audience: Tertiary education
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Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 453g
Pages: 206
About the Author
David Ingram is Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago, USA. His most recent book is World Crisis and Underdevelopment: A Critical Theory of Poverty, Agency, and Coercion.
Thomas Derdak is Lecturer in Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago, USA. He has over 20 years of experience in the field of international development and is the executive director of Global Alliance for Africa, an NGO with programs in East Africa.
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