The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development

Overview

The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development is a comprehensive guide to the politics of development, covering a wide range of topics from poverty and inequality to climate change and conflict. The handbook is edited by Paul Collier and Stefan Dercon and features contributions from leading scholars in the field.

The handbook is divided into six parts:

1. The Nature of Development
2. The Politics of Development
3. Poverty and Inequality
4. Climate Change and Development
5. Violent Conflict and Development
6. The Future of Development

The first part of the handbook provides an overview of the nature of development, including its definition, its history, and its relationship to other social sciences. The second part of the handbook examines the politics of development, including the role of the state, the private sector, and civil society in promoting development.

The third part of the handbook focuses on poverty and inequality, two of the most pressing challenges facing developing countries. The fourth part of the handbook examines the relationship between climate change and development, and the fifth part of the handbook examines the relationship between violent conflict and development.

The final part of the handbook looks to the future of development, including the challenges and opportunities that developing countries will face in the coming years.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of the politics of development, from the naturaleza of development to the future of development.
• Contributions from leading scholars in the field, including Paul Collier, Stefan Dercon, and others.
• Rigorous analysis of the most important issues facing developing countries.
• Clear and accessible writing that makes the book accessible to both students and scholars.

Target Audience

The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development is intended for a broad audience, including:

• Students of development studies, economics, political science, and other social sciences.
• Scholars working in the field of development.
• Policymakers and practitioners working on development issues.
• Anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing developing countries.

Reviews

The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development has received widespread praise from critics.

“This is a major contribution to the literature on the politics of development. The editors have assembled a stellar cast of contributors who provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the most important issues facing developing countries.” —William Easterly, New York University

“The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing developing countries. The handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the field, and the contributions from leading scholars are both insightful and thought-provoking.” —Lant Pritchett, Harvard University

The Oxford Handbook of the Politics of Development is the definitive guide to the politics of development. The handbook provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the most important issues facing developing countries, and it is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing these countries.