Economics of development : theory and evidence / [Book]
A.P. Thirlwall.
- Ninth edition.
- New York : New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2011.
- xxxiv, 678 pages : illustrations, map, some colors ; 25 cm.
Rev. ed. of: Growth & development, with special reference to developing economies / A.P. Thirlwall. 8th ed.
"For nearly forty years, Thirlwall's texts have offered students a clear, comprehensive and rigorous overview of the economic aspects of growth and development. Now, this ninth edition of Thirlwall's popular textbook represents the most thorough revision to date of the author's classic textbook, Growth and Development: The new edition will continue to educate countless students interested in the topic. New to this edition:* All material, including data, has been brought up to date * New two-color text design makes it more accessible * New cases have been added throughout the text, including cases discussing the World Bank Commission on Growth and Development, and the technological divide * New sections on climate change and trade liberalization * Pedagogical tools such as case examples and discussion questions which support students in understanding and reflecting on theory"--