Key Concepts In Development Geography

Description: Key Concepts in Development Geography is a new kind of textbook that forms part of an innovative set of companion texts for the human geography sub-disciplines. Organized around 20 short essays, Key Concepts in Development Geography is an introductory text that provides students with the core concepts that form contemporary research and ideas within the development geography discipline. Written in a clear and transparent style, the book includes: / an introductory chapter providing a succinct overview of the recent developments in the field / over 20 key concept entries that provide comprehensive definitions, explanations and evolutions of the subject / excellent pedagogy to enhance students' understanding including a glossary, figures, diagrams, and further reading. Organized around five of the most important areas of concern, the book covers: the meanings and measurement of development; its theory and practice; work, employment and development; people, culture and development; and contemporary issues in development. The perfect companion for undergraduates and postgraduate students on geography degrees, the book is a timely look at the pressingly important field of international development studies today.

Review: An excellent and supremely accessible guide to some key issues in development geography Stuart Corbridge London School of Economics

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Key Concepts in Development Geography provides a clearly stated, informed and strongly structured pathway through the key literatures and debates Jonathan Rigg Durham University

Contents: Introduction Understanding Development Introduction Meanings of Development Measuring Development Space and Development Defining and Measuring Poverty The Millennium Development Goals Theory and Practice of Development Introduction Modernity, Modernisation, Postmodernity and Post-Structuralism Radical Approaches to Development Neoliberalism and Globalization The Development Programmes of Global Institutions Sustainable Development and Environmental Sustainability Work, Employment and Development Introduction Rural Livelihoods and Sustainable Communities Industrialization and the New International Division of Labour Decent Work, Risk and the Informal Sector The Digital Economy and New Spaces of Work Global Trade, Aid and Regulation People, Culture and Development Introduction Gender, Households and Development Children, Youth and Development Health, Disability and Development Sexualities and Development Ageing and Development Contemporary Issues in Development Introduction Culture and Human Rights Civil Society, Social Capital and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Migration, Transnationalism and Development Tobin-Type Taxes