International Development

Name: International Development
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781137429407
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Issues and Challenges

By Damien Kingsbury and John McKay and Janet Hunt

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International Development offers a comprehensive and broad-ranging introduction to the field of development studies, blending both practical insight and theoretical analysis. It thoughtfully explores what 'development' means, considering social, economic and environmental changes worldwide. Authored by experienced experts, the book covers crucial topics including global order shifts, gender issues, security concerns and the environment. It serves as a critical, interdisciplinary guide for students and professionals alike.
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Ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students in international politics, international relations and development studies, as well as policymakers and professionals working in international development.

This popular introduction to the theory, practice and study of development takes a critical and interdisciplinary approach. The third edition has been revised and updates to take account of recent developments such as the sustainable development goals.

This broad-ranging introductory textbook examines the key aspects of contemporary international development from both a practical and theoretical perspective. It addresses the fundamental question of what 'development' actually is and examines social, economic and environmental developments around the world.

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This comprehensive and broad-ranging introductory textbook examines the key aspects of contemporary international development from both a practical and theoretical perspective. It addresses the fundamental question of what 'development' actually is and examines social, economic and environmental developments around the world.

Written by experts with extensive field experience, this text introduces key issues in the development debate from how the developing world is changing global order to discussions on gender and development as well as security and development.

International Development is a critical and interdisciplinary introduction to the contested field of development that is the ideal companion for both undergraduate and postgraduate students studying modules in development on degrees in international politics, international relations and development studies. This title will also appeal to policy-makers working in areas of development and professionals working in the area.

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This thoroughly revised second edition is highly regarded for its systematic approach to contemporary international development. It incorporates new theoretical insights and addresses current global challenges such as the financial crisis, the rise of China and India, and climate change impacts. The authors emphasise poverty reduction and stakeholder participation as essential to effective development, warning against the pitfalls of inadequate policies and exclusion, which can result in aid fatigue or negative outcomes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781137429407

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Globe Press

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 635g

Pages: 408

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Damien Kingsbury Education & Reference Finance & Economics Finance & Investment Janet Hunt John McKay Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Damien Kingsbury is a Professor of International Politics and holds a Personal Chair in the Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University, Australia. John McKay is a Partner with Analysis International in Melbourne and an Honorary Professor of the School of Humanities and Social Science at Deakin University, Australia. Janet Hunt is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research at the Australian National University, Australia. Mark McGillivray is Research Professor of International Development at the Alfred Deakin Research Institute, Deakin University, Australia. Matthew Clarke is Head of School, School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University, Australia.

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