Understanding development : theory and practice in the third world / John Rapley.
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TextPublication details: New Delhi : Viva, 2010. Edition: 3rd edDescription: v, 265 p. ; 23 cmISBN: 9788130912172 (pbk.)Subject(s): Developing countries Economic policy | developing countries | Structural adjustment (Economic policy) DevelopingDDC classification: 338.90091726 RAP Summary: Rapley critically traces the evolution of development theory from its strong statist orientation in the early postwar period, through the neoclassical phase, to the present emerging consensus on people-centered development. New to the third edition is a chapter on "postdevelopment" thought, as well as increased attention to the challenges posed by weak states and by critical environmental issues.
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
Rapley critically traces the evolution of development theory from its strong statist orientation in the early postwar period, through the neoclassical phase, to the present emerging consensus on people-centered development. New to the third edition is a chapter on "postdevelopment" thought, as well as increased attention to the challenges posed by weak states and by critical environmental issues.
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