The Gift Economy

Jeffrey Inaba

ISBN 10: 3037781815 / ISBN 13: 9783037781814

Published by Lars Müller Publishers GmbH, 2009

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The Gift Economy | Jeffrey Inaba | Taschenbuch | 256 S. | Englisch | 2009 | Lars Müller Publishers GmbH | EAN 9783037781814 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Gift Economy
• Publisher: Lars Müller Publishers GmbH
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3037781815
• ISBN 13: 9783037781814
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 239W x 170H x 23D millimeters 239 millimeters width by 170 millimeters height by 23 millimeters depth
• Weight: 703 grams
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

The last decade was largely defined by consumption and greed. An untold story, however, is the rise in benevolent giving seen in institutional, public and private sectors. Such characteristics as altruism and duty are now as influential as self-interest. The geography of aid has also broadened; networks of NGOs now supplement philanthropy and the global operations of official channels. It has become a crucial counterpart of authorized programs; agencies that provide vital services rely on contributions to augment official doctrines. Yet, the current recession threatens to limit support, diminishing aid at this critical moment when distress is increasing. A new culture of giving that includes volunteering and action, coupled with accumulated expertise may enable imminent needs to be met. The Gift Economy presents aid's history as an index of past and current relationships, indicating how its future promises a significant global role.