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Studies of Development and Change in the Modern World - Hardcover

 
9780195056464: Studies of Development and Change in the Modern World

Synopsis

This multidisciplinary anthology presents a reassessment of the theoretical and methodological issues crucial to the study of development and social change, illustrated with case studies analyzed in their historical contexts. Arguing that analysts of revolutionary movements and economic and political issues in the developing world must consider the interdependent relationship between core and peripheral societies in our world system, the eminent contributors show how this perspective aids in the evaluation of particular national and regional issues. Unusually broad-based, this book includes major essays by George Beckford, Bradford Burns, and James Petras and introduces the work of several important younger scholars. It will be of great interest to scholars of development, especially those focusing on the Caribbean, Latin America, or Africa.

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About the Author

Michael T. Martin, Professor and Chair, Department of Africana Studies, Wayne State University. Terry R. Kandal, Professor of Sociology, California State University, Los Angeles.

Review

"A thorough and critical treatment of Third World development."--Patricia Hipsher, Quinnipiac College

"Book gives recent information within a theoretical framework. Has enough examples of the Americas and asks questions about the theories and approaches to development. Its emphasis is on Third-World concerns."--A. Almenas, InterAmerican University

"Most appropriate and timely. THE book I have been waiting for."--Millidge Walker, School of International Service, The American University

"Looks good for my Third World development course."--Marc Blecher, Oberlin College

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