Achieving Broad-Based Sustainable Development: Governance, Environment, and Growth with Equity (Kumarian Press Books on International Development) [Paperback]

James H. Weaver (Author), Michael T. Rock (Author), Kenneth Kusterer (Author)

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Series: Kumarian Press Books on International Development | Publication Date: August 1996

* Lays out successes and failures of past development strategies
* Constructs a new strategy to merge the strengths of market capitalism with necessary government interventions

This popular textbook presents a holistic approach to achieving more equitable and sustainable development policies that surpass the narrow goal of economic growth. The authors clarify the goals of twentieth century development efforts and propose new ways to incorporate social, cultural, environmental, and political strategies in the formation of truly sustainable development.

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Michael T. Rock

Product Details

• Paperback: 302 pages
• Publisher: Kumarian Press (August 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565490584
• ISBN-13: 978-1565490581
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #536,651 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant, insightful theorizing based on data, June 24, 1999

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This review is from: Achieving Broad-Based Sustainable Development: Governance, Environment, and Growth with Equity (Kumarian Press Books on International Development) (Paperback)

A very informative theoetical examination of what works in development based on thoughtful analysis of what has worked and what has not worked. Breaks the stereotypes of polictics and ideology that have been so central to development. Combines economic, political and social perspectives that remind me of the best of Max Weber. Wonderful book! A must read.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting approach to development issues, June 9, 2000

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This review is from: Achieving Broad-Based Sustainable Development: Governance, Environment, and Growth with Equity (Kumarian Press Books on International Development) (Paperback)

Most books approach the subject of development with a relatively narrow focus. Some books provide a broad-based approach to economic development, others address environmentally sensitive development, and a few broach the subject of equitable development. This book effectively meshes these often divergent subjects into one general, but ultimately workable, approach to economic development.

Certainly, no single book provides the necessary backgound to assist practitioners, elected officials, or community activists. However, this book provides a good starting point for a general, self-education in development issues.