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<p>As wealthy countries focus more attention on the ravages of poverty and maldistribution of the worldâs resources, the rationales for what is or is not done in the name of development' have become more elaborate and abstract. And as the literature has proliferated, communication among those who approach development from different perspectives, disciplines, and professions has become more strained. In this innovative text, Jan Black argues that what is missing is appropriate theory' that can help place the findings of social scientists and seasoned development practitioners at the service of those who would promote a more equitable and empowering approach to development.In the first section the author presents the differing and even contradictory definitions of development and the various explanatory models and means of measurement associated with them. This is followed by an analysis of the evolution of development strategies and programs both of the First World-donor countries and organizations-and of Third World leaders, movements, and regional organizations. The author highlights key issues in the development debate of the 1990s, including ecology, refugees, debt, the inform

Author

Black, Jan Knippers, 1940-

Publisher

Boulder, Colo.: Westview Press

Published

1991

Language

EN

ISBN

9780813311258

Subjects

Economics, Management, Business