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Theories of Development: Capitalism, Colonialism and Dependency
Jorge Larrain
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Description for Theories of Development: Capitalism, Colonialism and Dependency
Paperback. * Provides an up--to--date account of leading theories of development* The author connects theoretical interpretation with empirical application (deriving from his extensive studies of Latin America)* The book is very readable, wide--ranging and incisive. . Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JPA; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 392.
This is a new introductory text providing an up-to-date account of leading theories of development. The book includes a discussion of classical accounts of development, particularly that of Marx, but also considers current debates on the issue. Theories of imperialism, neo-imperialism, dependency, world systems theory and other conceptions are all given full and balanced consideration. A feature of the work is the connections drawn between theoretical interpretation and empirical application: in this respect, the author concentrates particularly upon drawing materials from the Latin American experiences.
This is a new introductory text providing an up-to-date account of leading theories of development. The book includes a discussion of classical accounts of development, particularly that of Marx, but also considers current debates on the issue. Theories of imperialism, neo-imperialism, dependency, world systems theory and other conceptions are all given full and balanced consideration. A feature of the work is the connections drawn between theoretical interpretation and empirical application: in this respect, the author concentrates particularly upon drawing materials from the Latin American experiences.
Readable, accurate and incisive, the book also provides an original standpoint upon problems of ... Read more
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Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Condition
New
Weight
392g
Number of Pages
264
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780745607115
SKU
V9780745607115
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About Jorge Larrain
Jorge Larrain was a lecturer in sociology at the Catholic University in Santiago, Chile, until 1973. He is now Reader in Sociology and Head of the Department of Cultural Studies at Birmingham University.
Reviews for Theories of Development: Capitalism, Colonialism and Dependency
'A critical survey.' International Development Abstracts '...[a] cogent and incisive introduction to certain key traditions ... a valuable addition to the existing textbooks on the subject.' Sociology 'This is just the kind of stimulating, thought-provoking and informed book which will be most useful to both teachers and students.' Tom Bottomore