International Development: Issues and Challenges

by Damien Kingsbury, John McKay, Janet Hunt

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.

408 pages, Paperback

First published August 15, 2008

Reviews

[Eliza · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book covers some of the most critical and relevant debates, issues and challenges of development in contemporary times. Reading it reawakened my interest in development studies. Each issue is explored in considerable depth, and the writing remains concise throughout. I also appreciated that the authors did not seem to stress or try to convince the reader of a particular point of view or belief; rather they just presented the facts as they are. Although it's an academic book, it reads easily and each chapter is further subdivided into sub-chapters which makes it a bit easier to read.

[Leanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great overview for anyone in Int'l Dev. Definitely worth getting a copy.