Theories and practices of development / Katie Willis.

Author/creator Willis, Katie, 1968-
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Publication InfoLondon ; New York : Routledge, ©2005.
Descriptionxvi, 236 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm.
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SeriesRoutledge perspectives on development
Routledge perspectives on development. ^A594138
Contents Introduction: what do we mean by development? -- Classical and neo-liberal development theories -- Structuralism, neo-Marxism and socialism -- Grassroots development -- Social and cultural dimensions of development -- Environment and development theory -- Globalization and development: problems and solutions? -- Conclusions.
Abstract This introductory text explains, and places in an historical context, the development theories behind contemporary debates, such as globalization. The author describes and explains how approaches to development have changed over time and how approaches vary spatially.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [210]-226) and index.
LCCN 2004011750
ISBN0415300525 (hardback : alk. paper)
ISBN9780415300520 (hardback : alk. paper)
ISBN0415300533 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780415300537 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780203501566
ISBN020350156X

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