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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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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