"An academic book that does not read like one. It introduces a key concept of global affairs to the non–expert reader in a jargon–free and complete fashion."
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<i><b>Global Journal</b></i>
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<br /> "A key resource for all undergraduate students in geography, sociology and politics."
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<i><b>Global Built Environment Review</b></i>
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<br /> "An excellent resource for teachers of A–level World Development. It outlines the academic understandings behind a range of development issues in an accessible way, and provides a thorough, formal and conceptual background to much of the A level specification. To date it is the best academic text of its kind at this level of study for World Development."
<b><br /> Gill Miller, Chief Examiner, A–level World Development </b>
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<br /> "Finally an introductory text that provides in–depth critical analysis of the concepts and practice of development without closing the possibilities of emancipatory change.
<i>Understanding Development</i> delivers on the promise of an issue driven text that engages students in contemporary cases without forgoing solid historical and theoretical rigour."
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<b>Duncan McDuie–Ra, University of New South Wales</b>
<p>"Covers the literature on a wide range of development topics succinctly and effectively."<b><br /> Richard Peet, Clark University</b></p>
<p>"Essential reading for anyone wishing to understand the intersection of development, globalization and politics in the contemporary world. Engagingly written, it provides an interdisciplinary perspective on a comprehensive set of vital themes, from poverty to international security, drawing upon up–to–date information and a range of academic and policy materials."<br /> <b>Gareth Jones, London School of Economics</b></p>
<p>"An excellent, up to date book that examines the contemporary debates surrounding development. It′s a must read for any student of studying sociology, human geography, politics and development studies."<br /> <b>Jamie Halsall, University of Huddersfield</b></p>